Cárcheles
City in Jaén, Spain
Overview
Cárcheles is a quaint municipality set in the hills of Jaén, Andalusia, combining the villages of Cárchel and Carchelejo. Known for its olive groves, authentic Andalusian charm, and proximity to the Sierra Mágina Natural Park, the town is a peaceful retreat for travelers seeking rural Spain.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Spain
Province
Jaén
Population
1,293
Time Zone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
37.64°, -3.63°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
88
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,275
Local Cost
$720
Local Income
$1,200
Cashless
60
English
32
Temperature
14.7°C
Summer Avg
24.7°C
Winter Avg
6.2°C
Record High
41.1°C
Record Low
-7.5°C
Humidity
60%
Precipitation
406 mm
City Vibrancy
4
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
1
Parks
2
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
2.0
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 2026-03-22.
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 68/100.