El Arenal
City in Ávila, Spain
Overview
El Arenal is a tranquil village set in the Sierra de Gredos mountains of Ávila, Spain. With less than 1,000 residents, it offers a charming rural experience rich in tradition, nature, and welcoming hospitality. The town is a gateway to outdoor adventures like hiking, birdwatching, and exploring Spanish countryside life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Spain
Province
Ávila
Population
978
Time Zone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
40.27°, -5.09°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
90
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,180
Local Cost
$722
Local Income
$1,200
Cashless
45
English
30
Temperature
11.2°C
Summer Avg
20.9°C
Winter Avg
2.8°C
Record High
37.2°C
Record Low
-12.0°C
Humidity
66%
Precipitation
397 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
9
Walk Score
9
Footways
17.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 75/100.