Regions of Spain

Regions of Spain

Explore Spain's 17 Autonomous Communities and 2 Autonomous Cities

Key Facts

18
Regions Found
2
Autonomous Cities
~47M
Total Population
~505k km²
Total Area

All Regions

Andalucía — Panoramic of Jaen, Andalucia, Spain

Andalusia

Southern Spain's largest region, known for its rich Moorish heritage, vibrant cities, beaches and diverse landscapes.

Population
8.6M
Area
87k km²
Aragón — Collegiate church of Santa Maria in Alquezar, Huesca pr

Aragon

Northeastern region known for the Pyrenees, Zaragoza and its historical heritage.

Population
1.3M
Area
48k km²
Asturias — Cow pasture against a mountainous landscape in Asturias

Asturias

Green region in northern Spain, famous for its mountain landscapes, coast and gastronomy.

Population
1.0M
Area
11k km²
Islas Baleares — Boats anchored in a bay with coastal town on hill.

Balearic Islands

The Balearic Islands are a first-class Mediterranean destination that combines beaches and coves, historical heritage, natural landscapes and a strong local identity on each island. It is ideal for coastal trips, active getaways and gastronomic experiences throughout much of the year.

Population
1.2M
Area
5k km²
País Vasco — Cow pasture against a mountainous landscape in Asturias

Basque Country

The Basque Country combines first-class cultural cities, the Cantabrian coast, green valleys and one of the best gastronomic scenes in Europe. It is ideal for urban trips, nature routes and getaways with high cultural and culinary value.

Population
2.2M
Area
7k km²
Islas Canarias — The village of Haría, on the Canary Island of Lanzarote

Canary Islands

The Canary Islands are a unique Atlantic destination with a mild year-round climate, volcanic landscapes, diverse beaches and a wide variety of island-hopping experiences. It is ideal for combining nature, rest, active tourism and local culture.

Population
2.3M
Area
7k km²
Cantabria — Mountains in Cantabria (Spain)

Cantabria

Northern coastal region with Santander, prehistoric caves and green landscapes.

Population
590k
Area
5k km²
Castilla y León — Ciudad amurallada de Segovia

Castile and León

Castilla y León, the largest autonomous community in Spain, combines monumental cities, cathedrals, castles, Romanesque heritage and highly diverse natural landscapes. It is an ideal destination for traveling slowly between historical capitals, medieval towns, gastronomic routes and natural parks.

Population
2.4M
Area
94k km²
Castilla-La Mancha — Safari Parque Nacional de Cabañeros en Castilla-La Manc

Castilla-La Mancha

Inland region with great historical heritage, La Mancha landscapes, medieval towns and cultural routes linked to Don Quixote.

Population
2.1M
Area
79k km²
Cataluña — Spain, Catalonia. Montserrat. Amazing Catalonian nature

Catalonia

Catalonia combines large cultural cities, the Mediterranean coast, the Pyrenean mountains and a very marked gastronomic and heritage identity. It is a versatile destination for urban trips, beach getaways, wine routes and active tourism all year round.

Population
8.0M
Area
32k km²
Ceuta y Melilla — Ancient village nestled in a rugged mountain landscape.

Ceuta and Melilla

Ceuta and Melilla bring together two autonomous Spanish cities in North Africa, with great historical, cultural and strategic value. They are ideal destinations for urban getaways with a mix of heritage, coastline and gastronomic diversity.

Population
169k
Area
31 km²
Comunidad de Madrid — City near the mountains, Madrid

Community of Madrid

The Community of Madrid is located in the center of the Iberian Peninsula. Its capital is the city of Madrid, which is also the capital of Spain.

Population
6.8M
Area
8k km²
Extremadura — brown rocky mountain beside blue sea under blue sky dur

Extremadura

Extremadura is a destination of nature, historical heritage and gastronomy with a very marked identity. It combines monumental cities, pasture landscapes, biodiversity reserves and quiet tourism ideal for traveling without rushing.

Population
1.0M
Area
42k km²
Galicia — View from one of the many observation points of the Cañ

Galicia

Galicia combines the Atlantic coast, historical heritage, green landscapes and first-class marine gastronomy. It is an ideal destination for quiet routes between estuaries, charming towns, historic cities and humid nature for much of the year.

Population
2.7M
Area
30k km²
La Rioja — a landscape with trees and mountains in the background

La Rioja

La Rioja is a region with a great tourist personality that combines historical heritage, vineyard landscape, high-quality gastronomy and charming towns. It is ideal for wine tourism getaways, cultural routes and quiet trips.

Population
322k
Area
5k km²
Región de Murcia — Pexels — Fotos de stock gratuitas de agricultura, al ai

Murcia

The Region of Murcia combines the Mediterranean coast, historical heritage, orchards and interior landscapes of great contrast. It is a versatile destination for beaches, cultural tourism, gastronomic getaways and outdoor activities almost all year round.

Population
1.6M
Area
11k km²
Navarra — Valle del Baztan en Navarra

Navarre

Navarra combines historical heritage, very diverse natural landscapes and a strong gastronomic and cultural tradition. It is an ideal destination for routes between mountains, monumental cities and wine-growing areas in a compact territory.

Population
672k
Area
10k km²
Comunidad Valenciana — Pexels — Una impresionante vista aérea del valle de Chi

Valencian Community

The Valencian Community combines the Mediterranean coast, historic cities, inland nature and a highly recognized gastronomic culture. It is a versatile destination for beaches, city breaks, cultural routes and active tourism all year round.

Population
5.3M
Area
23k km²