Las Navas del Marqués

Las Navas del Marqués is a small municipality in the province of Ávila with tightly grouped buildings arranged around a central plaza. The settlement features whitewashed facades and traditional Castilian architecture from different periods blended together.

The settlement originated in the Middle Ages under the rule of a local noble family from whom it takes its name. Over the centuries it developed into a typical Castilian village shaped by agriculture and livestock farming.

The town takes its name from a noble family that held power in the region for generations. Walking through the narrow streets and around the central square, you can observe how daily life revolves around the church, town hall, and local gathering spaces.

The village is small and easily explored on foot, with the central plaza serving as a good starting point. Services are limited in the settlement itself, so it is wise to bring supplies or look for amenities in nearby larger towns before arriving.

The village sits in a little-visited part of Castile away from main travel routes, setting it apart from the region's crowded attractions. This remoteness keeps the settlement unaffected by mass tourism and allows visitors to experience genuine rural life.

Location: Province of Ávila

Capital city: Las Navas del Marqués

Elevation above the sea: 1,300 m

Part of: Mancomunitat de Serveis «Casagrande»

Shares border with: Valdemaqueda, San Bartolomé de Pinares, Navalperal de Pinares, Santa María del Cubillo, Villacastín, Navas de San Antonio, El Espinar, Peguerinos, Santa María de la Alameda

Website: https://lasnavasdelmarques.es

GPS coordinates: 40.60380,-4.32790

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:20