Ponferrada, Castille and León

Spain

District capital42.5466° N, 6.5962° W

Ponferrada is a district capital in Castille and León, Spain. The recorded population is 68,736.

Population68,736

ProvinceCastille and León

Coordinates42.5466° N, 6.5962° W

CountrySpain

Rank in Spain#137 of 30,891

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About Ponferrada

At coordinates 42.55° N, 6.60° W, Ponferrada lies in the Northern Hemisphere. The city belongs to Castille and León in Spain.

Ponferrada has 68,736 inhabitants, making it the #137 most populated locality in Spain out of 30,891 registered.

Cities in Castille and León

The Castille and León region of Spain is home to Ponferrada and other cities such as Valladolid, Burgos, Salamanca. Ponferrada has 68,736 inhabitants.

Valladolid300,618 Burgos176,418 Salamanca144,825 León124,772 Palencia78,629 Zamora61,827 Gamonal60,000 Ávila57,657 Segovia51,683 Miranda de Ebro39,264

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Ponferrada?

Ponferrada has a population of 68,736. It ranks #137 in Spain by population.

What province or state is Ponferrada in?

Ponferrada is located in Castille and León, Spain.

Where is Ponferrada located?

Ponferrada is located at coordinates 42.55° N, 6.60° W in Castille and León, Spain.

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