Only 30 people live in this Spanish village which offers cheap land and a peaceful life in the hills to attract new residents

Tucked away in the rolling hills of Cuenca in central Spain, Olmeda de la Cuesta is quietly trying to bring life back to its fading streets.

The small rural village, known for its stone houses, peaceful landscapes and slow pace of life, is offering cheap land through public auctions in a bid to attract new residents, remote workers and young families.

With fewer than 30 permanent residents remaining in its historic centre, the village hopes affordable plots, low living costs and a tranquil countryside lifestyle will help reverse rural depopulation.

For many people dreaming of escaping crowded cities, Olmeda de la Cuesta may offer a rare second chance.

Local authorities also believe that welcoming new residents could help preserve the village’s cultural heritage, revive local businesses and support long-term rural sustainability.Rural Spain’s fight against depopulation: Olmeda de la Cuesta Across Spain, many rural communities are struggling to survive as younger generations move to larger cities for work and education.