Pastrana, Castille-La Mancha
Provincia de Guadalajara · Castille-La Mancha · Spain · 1,081 residents
Pastrana is a village in Provincia de Guadalajara, Castille-La Mancha, Spain, home to around 1,081 people. There are 4 notable places to see in and around town, including Pastrana and Palace of Duke of Pastrana. The nearest airport is Madrid (MAD), about 49 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Pastrana, Palace of Duke of Pastrana and Convent of El Carmen, Pastrana.
- Best weather from May and September: daytime highs between 23°C and 26°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Madrid (MAD) is 35 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Pastrana
Ranked by how well known they are.
1beautiful village
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3monastery
4amphitheatre
Tours & tickets in Pastrana
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Pastrana are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Pastrana and the villages around it is a hire car from Madrid (MAD), about 49 min away.
Best time to visit Pastrana
May and September: daytime highs between 23°C and 26°C with little rain.
- 11°CJan59 mm
- 13°CFeb27 mm
- 16°CMar74 mm
- 21°CApr15 mm
- 23°CMay28 mm
- 27°CJun69 mm
- 34°CJul1 mm
- 34°CAug6 mm
- 26°CSept46 mm
- 21°COct130 mm
- 15°CNov29 mm
- 11°CDec25 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 11°C | 2°C | 59 mm | 6 h |
| Feb | 13°C | 2°C | 27 mm | 8 h |
| Mar | 16°C | 4°C | 74 mm | 9 h |
| Apr | 21°C | 7°C | 15 mm | 12 h |
| May | 23°C | 10°C | 28 mm | 13 h |
| Jun | 27°C | 15°C | 69 mm | 12 h |
| Jul | 34°C | 19°C | 1 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 34°C | 19°C | 6 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 26°C | 14°C | 46 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 21°C | 11°C | 130 mm | 8 h |
| Nov | 15°C | 6°C | 29 mm | 7 h |
| Dec | 11°C | 1°C | 25 mm | 7 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Madrid (MAD)35 miles, about 49 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Zaragoza (ZAZ)130 miles, about 3 h 5 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Valencia (VLC)144 miles, about 3 h 25 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 17 h 44 min without stops.
Pastrana is good for
Around Pastrana
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Pastrana worth visiting?
Yes. Pastrana is known for Pastrana, Palace of Duke of Pastrana and Convent of El Carmen, Pastrana. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Pastrana?
May and September, with daytime highs between 23°C and 26°C with little rain.
How do I get to Pastrana from the UK?
Fly to Madrid (MAD), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 49 min by road. Zaragoza (ZAZ) is an alternative, 130 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 17 h 44 min.
What is near Pastrana?
Alcalá de Henares (23 miles), Guadalajara (19 miles), Chinchón (33 miles) and Brihuega (24 miles) are all within an hour or so.