Manzanares

Manzanares is a town in La Mancha, located in Ciudad Real province at an elevation of about 650 meters (2,130 feet). The landscape consists of the characteristic flat plains typical of this region.

The Order of Calatrava founded the settlement in the 13th century following the Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa, constructing Pilas Bonas Castle. This fortress served as a defensive stronghold for the military order.

The Lazarillo International Contemporary Theater Festival happens each August, drawing performances and artists from across the region to the town. This event shapes the cultural rhythm of the place during summer months.

The town has a significant industrial sector with a large industrial park where manufacturing facilities operate. Visitors will find modern amenities and infrastructure to support a comfortable visit.

The Manchego Cheese Museum, which opened in 2014, is the world's only museum dedicated solely to this regional dairy product. It displays how the cheese is made and its role in the area's food traditions.

Location: Province of Ciudad Real

Capital city: Manzanares

Elevation above the sea: 654 m

Part of: Mancomunitat «La Mancha»

Shares border with: Alcázar de San Juan, Almagro, Villarta de San Juan, Herencia, Llanos del Caudillo, Argamasilla de Alba, La Solana, Membrilla, Valdepeñas, Moral de Calatrava, Daimiel, Puerto Lápice

Website: http://manzanares.es

GPS coordinates: 38.99606,-3.37237

Latest update: December 18, 2025 20:06