Almonte is a town and municipality located in the province of Huelva in southwestern Spain. Situated at an elevation of 75 meters above sea level, it sits approximately 50 kilometers from the provincial capital, Huelva. As of the 2022 census, the municipality had a population of 25,448 inhabitants, making it the third most populous municipality in its province.
The municipality is notable for hosting the village of El Rocío, which is recognized globally for its influence on American Wild West culture and as the site of one of the world's most popular pilgrimages. Additionally, Almonte encompasses a significant portion of Doñana National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Europe's largest natural reserve, as well as the Matalascañas beach, which is part of the longest beach in Spain.
Economically and environmentally, Almonte is a leading exporter of organic fruit and was the first blueberry exporter in Europe. The municipality holds several distinctions, including being the first town to sign the Environmental Treaty and the only municipality in southern Spain to host a presidential residence. It also serves as the headquarters for the National Park Towns Association Amuparna and hosts the country's only rocket launching platform.