Helechosa de los Montes

City in Badajoz, Spain

Overview

Helechosa de los Montes is a peaceful rural village set amid exceptional natural landscapes in western Spain, bordering the lush Cijara Reservoir and the Sierra de los Golondrinos. The town attracts those seeking tranquility, outdoor adventures, and a glimpse into traditional Extremaduran life.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Spain
Province
Badajoz
Population
562
Time Zone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
39.31°, -4.91°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
80
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$1,187
Local Cost
$700
Local Income
$1,150
Cashless
35
English
20
Temperature
14.8°C
Summer Avg
25.0°C
Winter Avg
5.8°C
Record High
42.4°C
Record Low
-6.2°C
Humidity
62%
Precipitation
393 mm
Internet Speed
245 Mbps
Upload
333 Mbps
Latency
10 ms
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
2
Parks
0
Transport
2
Walk Score
2
Footways
3.0
Airport
Distance

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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 6 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 64/100.