Published: April 03, 2019
Published: April 03, 2019
Camarma de Esteruelas: History, Tapas and Coatings
Welcome to Camarma de Esteruelas, Spain! Our site here is situated within a hub of spirited traditions with a considerable amount to offer.
This is the PPG Automotive OEM Coatings site in Spain, dedicated to the production of adhesives and sealants. Two buildings comprise the Camarma premises; a production area with 3800 m2, a warehouse and an office area with 8250 m2. The site produces around 1400 metric tons of sealants per month. Camarma distributes across Spain, Portugal and Morocco, currently operating with 51 dedicated employees. The production is fully-automated since 2004 with a good reputation in safety.
Cultural Unity
Carlos Alberca Fernandez-Gallego, PPG production planner, Camarma de Esteruelas, has worked at the site for 26 years and had this to say about the culture of the city:
History and Architecture
Camarma de Esteruelas is a small town that embraces the region’s architecture and thriving culture. It has a population of seven thousand people and is located near the historical city of Alcalá de Henares, 30km from Madrid.
Among others, Alcalá de Henares is notably recognized as the birthplace of the famous writer, Miguel de Cervantes who wrote Don Quijote de la Mancha and the birthplace of Catherine of Aragon (first wife of the English King Henry VIII).
Photo credit: Jesus Sánchez García and Carmen Goy Martín
Local Landmarks
Alcalá de Henares is famous for its University - University of Alcalá (UAH) - a public university located 22 miles northeast of Madrid in Spain. Founded in 1293 and then refounded in 1977, it is especially renowned in the Spanish-speaking world for its annual presentation of the highly prestigious Cervantes Prize.
The famous Cathedrals around Alcalá de Henares are notable for their beautiful architecture. The most famous is Catedral de los Santos Niñosconstructed between 1497 and 1514.
UNESCO declared Alcalá de Henares a World Heritage City in 1988 due to its cultural and historical wealth accumulated over the years.
Tapas and Local Picks
Local cuisine is wide-ranging, and you will be thrilled with the number of choices on offer. Tapas is the traditional cuisine to try when visiting this Spanish region. With an endless list to choose from, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Carlos’ Tips: