Alcalá de Henares
A community guide to Alcalá de Henares in Comunidad de Madrid, España.
- Population
- 198,975 residents
- Region
- Comunidad de Madrid
- Country
- España
- Coordinates
- 40.4821, -3.3600
Geography and location
Alcalá de Henares sits at approximate coordinates 40.4821 latitude and -3.3600 longitude within Comunidad de Madrid. The terrain and natural features around Alcalá de Henares reflect those typical of its part of España, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Comunidad de Madrid road network providing the principal routes in and out.
History
The history of Alcalá de Henares is bound up with the broader story of Comunidad de Madrid. Settlement, agriculture, and trade have all left their mark on the area, with successive generations of residents contributing to the community as it stands today. Like many places across España, Alcalá de Henares has experienced periods of growth and quiet alongside the patterns of regional change. Local landmarks, civic buildings, and cultural sites carry traces of each chapter in the area's longer story.
Economy and services
The economy of Alcalá de Henares reflects a diversified urban economy, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in Comunidad de Madrid. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of Comunidad de Madrid and España. Businesses based in Alcalá de Henares draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.