Marchal
City in Granada, Spain
Overview
Marchal is a charming, small village in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, known for its historic cave dwellings and friendly Andalusian atmosphere. Surrounded by dramatic natural scenery and tranquil olive groves, it's ideal for those seeking rural authenticity in southern Spain.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Spain
Province
Granada
Population
425
Time Zone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
37.30°, -3.20°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
75
LGBTQ+ Safety
64
Traffic Safety
84
Food Safety
96
Monthly Cost
$1,323
Local Cost
$740
Local Income
$1,200
Cashless
39
English
35
Temperature
13.8°C
Summer Avg
24.2°C
Winter Avg
5.1°C
Record High
40.0°C
Record Low
-9.3°C
Humidity
58%
Precipitation
327 mm
City Vibrancy
8
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
3
Parks
4
Transport
17
Walk Score
17
Footways
34.0
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 56/100.