Valdelinares
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| Coordinates: 40°24′N 0°36′W / 40.400°N 0.600°WCoordinates: 40°24′N 0°36′W / 40.400°N 0.600°W | |
| Country | Spain |
| Autonomous community | Aragon |
| Province | Teruel |
| Municipality | Valdelinares |
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| • Total | 55 km2 (21 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,690 m (5,540 ft) |
| Population (2004) | |
| • Total | 141 |
| • Density | 2.6/km2 (7/sq mi) |
| Time zone | CET (UTC+1) |
| • Summer (DST) | CEST (UTC+2) |
Black pine forest, the most widespread trees in the area
Valdelinares is a municipality and ski resort located in the Sierra de Gúdar range of the Sistema Ibérico, in the province of Teruel, Aragon, Spain. According to the 2004 census (INE), the municipality has a population of 141 inhabitants.
The altitude of the village is 1,690 m above sea level, making this settlement the highest one in Peninsular Spain among those which are the seat of a municipality.[1]
Valdelinares has a mostly dry, high mountain climate with lots of snow in winter. Winter sports can be practiced in the nearby resort of Aramón located 7 km away.[2] In the summer months the town is popular for the practice of different outdoor activities, such as mountaineering.
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