Centro Sismológico de Sonseca

The Centro Sismológico de Sonseca is a seismic monitoring station in Orgaz that continuously measures ground movements and earthquake activity across the region. The facility processes data from sensors to help scientists understand patterns of seismic movement.

The station was established in the 1950s to monitor ground movements in Europe and gather scientific data for international research. Since then it has become an important part of global networks for tracking seismic activity.

The observatory contributes to international cooperation through real-time data sharing with the United Nations International Data Centre in Vienna for nuclear monitoring.

The site is a working research facility that is normally not open to the public since it functions as an active monitoring station. Those interested in seismology should check in advance about possible guided visits or special access.

The station is part of an international network for monitoring nuclear experiments and contributes to worldwide safety agreements. This scientific work happens quietly in the background but remains crucial for global stability.