Guadalajara (Spain) is a medium-sized city located 50 km from Madrid, just at the border of the Metropolitan Area. It accounts for nearly 85,000 inhabitants.

Guadalajara City Council has been interested for many years in policies aiming to enhance the participation of elders in local life. The city has a long tradition of development of services, equipment, transport and public spaces with a view to enabling dignified ageing for everyone, in an accessible, welcoming and inclusive environment.