Map of Madrid

Madrid is the capital city of Spain and one of the most important cities in Southern Europe. Viewing Madrid on a map helps place the city in geographic context — within Spain, the Iberian Peninsula, and the wider European continent.

Where Madrid Is Located in Spain

Madrid is located near the geographic centre of Spain on the Meseta Central plateau. It serves as the political, cultural, and economic heart of the country.

On a map of Spain, Madrid appears inland, roughly equidistant from the nation’s northern and southern coastlines.

Where Madrid Sits on a World Map

On a world map, Madrid is located in southwestern Europe, on the Iberian Peninsula, west of the Mediterranean Sea.

Its inland position influences its climate, transport routes, and role as a central hub within Spain.

Interactive Map of Madrid

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Madrid Coordinates

  • Latitude: 40.4168° N
  • Longitude: 3.7038° W

These coordinates place Madrid north of the Equator and west of the Prime Meridian, firmly within mainland Europe.

Madrid Districts Overview

Madrid is divided into 21 administrative districts, made up of many neighbourhoods. These districts are commonly shown on detailed maps and help define Madrid’s urban structure.

Which Hemisphere Is Madrid In?

  • Northern Hemisphere
  • Western Hemisphere

Madrid lies in the Northern and Western Hemispheres, reflecting its position in continental Europe west of the Prime Meridian.

The Antipode of Madrid

The antipode of Madrid is the point on Earth located directly opposite the city, passing through the planet’s centre.

Madrid’s antipode lies in the southern Pacific Ocean, near New Zealand.

Explore the antipode of Madrid

Madrid Map as a Physical Print

Madrid can also be explored as a physical map artefact, showing the city’s coordinates, global position, and its antipode on the other side of the world.

Available as a limited Antipode map artefact.

City Map Generator

Uses Mapbox static tiles (1280px max) and stitches them into a print-ready image.