# Puerta del Sol

> Madrid · Spain · City spot

## Facts

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Address | Puerta del Sol, Centro, Madrid, İspanya |
| Coordinates | 40.416947, -3.703529 |
| City | Madrid |
| Category | City spot |
| Discovered on | Google Maps |
| Saved by users | 1 |
| First seen | 2026-03-04 |

## About

Puerta del Sol is a city square located in the Centro district of Madrid, Spain. It is recognized as Kilometer Zero, the point from which all national roads in Spain are measured. The square's name translates to "Gate of the Sun," referencing a former sun gate. A notable landmark is the statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree, a symbol of Madrid. The square also features a clock tower famous for the tradition of eating twelve grapes on New Year's Eve. Puerta del Sol is a dynamic public space, often used by locals as a meeting point and for celebrations and demonstrations.

## On social media

- Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJx319oIAoQg0RecYd2lfuSmk

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- [Plaza Mayor](https://burayagidelim.com/en/place/madrid/plaza-mayor)

## FAQ

**Where is Puerta del Sol?**

Puerta del Sol is located in Madrid. Full address: Puerta del Sol, Centro, Madrid, İspanya

**What kind of place is Puerta del Sol?**

Puerta del Sol is a city spot in Madrid.

**Is Puerta del Sol popular?**

Puerta del Sol has been saved 1 times by Go There users. The place was discovered via Google Maps.

Madrid city page: https://burayagidelim.com/en/things-to-do-in-madrid (20 places)

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Canonical page: https://burayagidelim.com/en/place/madrid/puerta-del-sol
Updated: 2026-10-16
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