Alcaudete

Alcaudete
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Alcaudete

Location in Spain.

Coordinates: 37°35′N 4°06′W / 37.583°N 4.100°W / 37.583; -4.100
Country Spain
Province Jaén
Comarca Sierra Sur de Jaén
Government
  Mayor Valeriano Martín Cano
Area
  Total 238 km2 (92 sq mi)
Elevation 676 m (2,218 ft)
Population (2009)
  Total 11,135
  Density 47/km2 (120/sq mi)
Demonym(s) Alcaudetenses
Time zone CET (UTC+1)
  Summer (DST) CEST (UTC+2)
Website Official website

Alcaudete is a city located in the province of Jaén, southern Spain.

It is home to a 12th-14th century Moorish castle, located on the top of the hill commanding the town. Other sights include the Santa María la Mayor (15th century).

Twin towns



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