Cárdenas
City in La Rioja, Spain
Overview
Cárdenas is a tranquil, picturesque village set in La Rioja, Spain, with just over a hundred residents. Known for its rural charm, traditional stone architecture, and close-knit community, it offers an authentic glimpse of local Spanish countryside life. The surrounding landscapes are ideal for nature lovers and those seeking peace and quiet.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Spain
Province
La Rioja
Population
129
Time Zone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
42.37°, -2.77°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,200
Local Cost
$810
Local Income
$1,000
Cashless
35
English
30
Temperature
11.8°C
Summer Avg
19.5°C
Winter Avg
4.6°C
Record High
39.3°C
Record Low
-9.3°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
640 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
RJL
Distance
38 km
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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 2025-12-09.
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 43/100.