Moncloa-Aravaca is a district of the municipality of Madrid, Spain. It is located to the northwest of the city centre, spanning across both banks of the Manzanares. It is made up of the neighborhoods of Aravaca, Argüelles, Casa de Campo, Ciudad Universitaria, El Plantío, Valdemarín and Valdezarza.

Moncloa-Aravaca is one of the 21 districts of Madrid, Spain, located in the northwestern part of the city. It is characterized by its blend of urban areas, extensive green spaces, and significant educational and governmental institutions. The district's varied landscape includes dense residential neighborhoods, sprawling university campuses, and large natural parks, making it one of Madrid's most diverse and significant districts [1, 5].

Geography and Layout

Moncloa-Aravaca spans both banks of the Manzanares River, with the river acting as a natural boundary within parts of the district. It borders the districts of Centro, Chamberí, Tetuán, Fuencarral-El Pardo, and Latina, as well as the municipalities of Pozuelo de Alarcón and Majadahonda to the west. The district’s terrain includes urban cores, leafy

The Palace of Moncloa, located in Ciudad Universitaria, is the residence of the Spanish Prime Minister.

The district is administratively divided into 7 neighborhoods (barrios):

Moncloa-Aravaca covers a substantial area of approximately 46.53 km² (17.97 sq mi) [2]. It is geographically diverse, ranging from the more urbanized areas closer to the city center, such as Argüelles and Ciudad Universitaria, to the more suburban and affluent residential zones like Aravaca, Valdemarín, and El Plantío. The district is notable for its extensive green spaces, which include:

These green areas provide vital ecological corridors and recreational opportunities for the city's residents, making Moncloa-Aravaca known as "the green lung of Madrid" [3].