Zarzalejo
City in Madrid, Spain
Overview
Zarzalejo is a charming mountain village on Madrid's northwestern edge, known for its peaceful environment, traditional architecture, and beautiful views of the Sierra de Guadarrama. Its small-town vibe and proximity to outdoor activities make it an ideal retreat from busy city life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Spain
Province
Madrid
Population
1,874
Time Zone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
40.55°, -4.18°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
75
Traffic Safety
92
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$1,795
Local Cost
$1,012
Local Income
$1,450
Cashless
60
English
45
Temperature
12.7°C
Summer Avg
22.9°C
Winter Avg
3.8°C
Record High
39.5°C
Record Low
-9.9°C
Humidity
63%
Precipitation
431 mm
Internet Speed
252 Mbps
Upload
254 Mbps
Latency
124 ms
City Vibrancy
9
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
3
Parks
6
Transport
28
Walk Score
28
Footways
55.0
Airport
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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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 3 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 71/100.