Figueruelas

Figueruelas is a municipality located in the province of Zaragoza, within the autonomous community of Aragon, Spain. Situated in the comarca of Campo de Borja, it is a small town with approximately 1,000 inhabitants. The region is characterized by its agricultural plains in the Ebro Valley, where traditional farming has historically been the main economic activity. The local agriculture primarily focuses on cereals, olives, and almonds.

The town experienced significant economic transformation with the establishment of an Opel (now Stellantis) automotive plant in 1982, which has become the primary employer in the area and attracted new residents. This industrial development has brought about substantial changes to the traditional rural economy.

Figueruelas has a history dating back to medieval times, with its name possibly derived from the Spanish word for fig tree, "higuera." The town features the parish church of San Miguel Arcángel, a 16th-century building that represents the area's cultural heritage. Each September, Figueruelas celebrates its main fiestas in honor of San Miguel Arcángel, featuring traditional music, dances, and local gastronomy that showcase the town's cultural identity.