The industrial-economic fabric of Valladolid is made up of the food industry, car manufacturing and small and medium automotive components businesses. It thus places innovation at the heart of the city.
Valladolid also has important cultural and historical assets. It was the capital city of the Kingdom of Spain, and the house where Cervantes lived can still be visited. Furthermore, the University of Valladolid is one of the oldest universities in Spain.
Valladolid has an outstanding position and reputation of a smart city, particularly in the field of sustainable mobility. It fits with its leading position in the automotive industry, especially in electromobility. Likewise, Valladolid works on a series of important projects on energy efficiency and urban regeneration. The city is a strong supporter of research and innovation. It guarantees the fulfillment of citizens' needs through the development of products and services that are elaborated in Living Labs. In the immediate future, the aim of Valladolid is to open itself to the circular economy, social and cultural innovation and the knowledge society.
These initiatives are based on transparency and open governance, as well as on encouraging local community empowerment.
Michelin has a manufacturing site in Valladolid.
