Spain’s New Longest-Living Resident Sets Record
In the small village of Zambroncinos del Páramo in the province of León, lives a woman whose age is truly remarkable. Teresa Fernández Casado, who just turned 112, has now been officially recognized as the oldest person in the country. An international organization specializing in verifying the ages of supercentenarians has confirmed her status, moving the previous record-holder from Catalonia, Carme Noguera, who recently turned 111, to second place.
Teresa was born in July 1913 and has spent her entire life in her family home. Her age is officially documented, and she has become a celebrity not only in Spain but across Europe. She now ranks tenth among the continent’s oldest people and is listed among the world’s top supercentenarians.
Family Traditions and Way of Life
Teresa’s family has always been large: she is the youngest of eight children and raised seven of her own. Six of them are still alive, with her two eldest children already over 90. Grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and even great-great-grandchildren frequently visit her, and neighbors see Teresa as the living chronicle of the village. For many years, she has helped locals recall dates and events that others had long forgotten.
Despite her advanced age, the woman remains in remarkable physical shape. She takes only one medication—for cholesterol—but in recent years, her memory has started to falter. Nevertheless, Teresa still lives in the same house where she was born and refuses to leave her family home.
Secrets of longevity and lifestyle
In her youth, Teresa worked in the fields like many girls her age, but she was lucky enough to receive an education. Her ID card, issued back in 1983, lists her profession as ‘sus labores’—the traditional term for women engaged in household and agricultural work. Over many years, she has stuck to her habits: always choosing simple country food and never denying herself a glass of wine at lunch.
Teresa’s daughter notes that her mother has always been a humble person, but highly respected in the area. Neighbors and relatives hope they will be able to celebrate her 113th birthday next July. Teresa has become a symbol of resilience and family values for the entire region.
Spain—A nation of centenarians
The story of Teresa Fernández Casado has once again drawn attention to Spain’s remarkable longevity. According to European studies, Spain records one of the highest average life expectancies on the continent. Experts attribute this to dietary habits, climate, and strong family ties.
Teresa’s life is a vivid example of how a traditional lifestyle, physical activity, and the support of loved ones can promote longevity. Her story inspires many and proves that age is not just a number in your passport, but a reflection of a life filled with hard work, care for family, and love for your home.
