Titulcia

Titulcia is a municipality in the Madrid region that covers around 1,000 hectares at an elevation of approximately 500 meters (1,640 feet). The settlement lies southeast of the capital and is connected through local roads and pathways.

The settlement grew along an ancient military road connecting Emerita Augusta and Caesaraugusta, making it strategically important. The place carried the name Bayonne until 1814, reflecting the period of French occupation in the region.

The town celebrates Easter Sunday with the Hornazo Festival, featuring traditional bread that holds religious meaning for the community. This celebration connects locals and visitors to the area's Christian traditions each year.

The town is well connected to surrounding areas, with nearby communities such as Valdemoro and Aranjuez close by. Visitors should expect local roads and pathways that run through the settlement and link it to neighboring areas.

The town was rebuilt multiple times over the centuries, showing strong resilience through periods of destruction. During the Spanish Civil War, it served as divisional headquarters for Republican forces, highlighting its strategic role.

Location: Community of Madrid

Capital city: Titulcia

Elevation above the sea: 509 m

Part of: Mancomunitat de Ciempozuelos y Titulcia, Mancomunitat Intermunicipal de Servicios Sociales «Las Vegas»

Shares border with: Chinchón, Aranjuez, Ciempozuelos

Website: https://titulcia.es

GPS coordinates: 40.13667,-3.57000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:22