Spain is a Country in the MoriAtlas geographic dataset. It is used as a structured place record for organizing nearby regions, countries, and protected-area discovery, and where relevant it can also act as part of the broader geographic area of Europe.

How large and how populated is Spain?

Spain covers approximately 506,030 square kilometers and has an available population figure of 49,570,725, recorded for 2,026. Taken together, these numbers give a much better sense of the location’s real scale than either figure would on its own.

How many national parks are associated with Spain?

Spain is associated with 15 national parks in the dataset. That count makes the location relevant as a park-discovery entry point, whether it is being viewed as a country, a region, or a broader geographic grouping.

Which national parks are associated with Spain?

The dataset links Spain with the following national parks: Acantilados de Maro-Cerro Gordo, Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park, Área de Allariz, Atlantic Islands of Galicia National Park, Banco de Galicia, Betancuria Rural Park, Cabañeros National Park, Cabrera National Park. This list gives a direct protected-area overview for the location and is often the quickest way to understand why the place matters in MoriAtlas.

Which countries or regions are associated with Spain?

Spain is associated with the following country or countries: Spain. Where more detailed internal geography is available, it is also associated with the following region or regions: Almería, Andalusia, Asturias, Autonomous Community of the Basque Country, Balearic Islands, Cáceres Province, Cádiz, Canary Islands. This helps show whether the location is narrowly bounded or connected to a wider network of places.

What are the official and native names of Spain?

The official name of Spain is Kingdom of Spain, and its native name is España. These naming forms add useful legal, linguistic, and local context beyond the shorter common name used in English interfaces.

What language and time zone information is associated with Spain?

Spain is associated with the following language codes: es, and with the time zone Europe/Madrid. These are practical metadata points that help the place profile work better across localization, search, and international geographic browsing.

What geographic character defines Spain?

Spain is classified in the dataset as a coastal location. Coastal geography often shapes climate patterns, settlement history, access routes, and the broader natural identity of a place.

Is Spain considered mountainous?

Yes. Spain is classified as mountainous in the dataset. That usually suggests stronger relief, more topographic variation, and a physical setting that may support distinctive regional landscapes and park systems.

What are the main country facts for Spain?

For Spain, the capital is Madrid, the largest city is Madrid, and the associated currency code is EUR. Together, these facts provide a quick practical snapshot of the country beyond its place on the map.

What codes identify Spain in geographic datasets?

Spain is identified by the ISO code ES and the country code ES. These standard identifiers are especially useful when connecting MoriAtlas place records to other structured geographic or statistical systems.

How many national parks are in Spain, and which ones are they?

Spain is associated with 15 national parks in the dataset: Acantilados de Maro-Cerro Gordo, Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park, Área de Allariz, Atlantic Islands of Galicia National Park, Banco de Galicia, Betancuria Rural Park, Cabañeros National Park, Cabrera National Park. This makes the country page one of the strongest entry points for browsing its protected landscapes at a national scale.

Which regions are associated with Spain?

Spain is associated with the following region or regions: Almería, Andalusia, Asturias, Autonomous Community of the Basque Country, Balearic Islands, Cáceres Province, Cádiz, Canary Islands. This is useful for moving from a country-level overview into more detailed regional park discovery.

Countries

Browse mapped landscapes and protected lands across the Iberian Peninsula and Atlantic territories.

Spain: parks and protected areas

Spain's national parks range from Teide's volcanic terrain on Tenerife to the river-cut massifs of Picos de Europa and Doñana's marshes at the Guadalquivir estuary. Compare island, mountain, and wetland landscapes across the country.

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Park system

National Parks in Spain: A Structural and Geographic System Snapshot

Tracing conservation history, habitat distributions, and geographic scale across diverse climates

Geographic metrics from current atlas records allow direct comparisons of protected area, typical park sizes, and official conservation designations across the country. Analyzing historical timelines and habitat distributions helps researchers evaluate environmental patterns across Mediterranean, alpine, and coastal zones.

Known protected area

26,016 km²

Area data available for 36 of 37 parks.

Median park size

202 km²

Median across 36 parks with known area.

Oldest known park

Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park

Established in 1918.

Largest known park

Banco de Galicia

Recorded area: 6,200 km².

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Spain National Parks Atlas: Explore Protected Areas and Geographic Conservation Landscapes

Browse a comprehensive atlas of national parks and protected areas throughout Spain, detailing their unique locations and diverse geographic contexts across the Iberian Peninsula and its islands. This country-level perspective offers a valuable entry point for understanding Spain's varied conservation landscapes and navigating deeper into specific regional protected environments.

Spain, officially the Kingdom of Spain, is a unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy located in Southern and Western Europe. The country occupies most of the Iberian Peninsula and includes territories in the Mediterranean and Atlantic. With a population of approximately 49.6 million and an area of 506,030 km², Spain is a major European economy and cultural force. Its capital is Madrid, and the country is known for its diverse landscapes ranging from mountainous regions to coastal areas.

Spain is a country in Southern and Western Europe with territories extending into North Africa. It occupies the Iberian Peninsula, the Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean, and the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Sea. Spain operates as a unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy with Madrid as its capital and largest city. The nation has a population of approximately 49.6 million people and is known for its diverse geography, cultural traditions, and historical significance. Spain is a founding member of the European Union and uses the Euro as its currency.

Largest city:Madrid

Currency code:EUR

ISO code:ES

Parks count

Capital

Madrid

Area

506,030 km²

Population

49,570,725 (2,026)

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Island

Mountainous

Landlocked

Park atlas37 parks

Browse Spain's diverse national park geography, spanning Pyrenean peaks, Mediterranean coasts, and Canary Islands

Discover National Parks and Protected Areas in Spain: An Atlas of Iberian Protected Landscapes

Explore Spain's significant national parks and protected areas, uncovering the diverse conservation landscapes across its mainland and island territories. This country-level atlas provides structured geographic data and detailed park profiles, facilitating clear navigation and comprehensive discovery of Spain's protected natural heritage.

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National parkTenerife

Teide National Park: Spain's Highest Peak and Distinctive Volcanic Landscape

Explore protected volcanic terrain and mapped geography on Tenerife.

Teide National Park protects the highest point in Spain, Mount Teide, within a spectacular caldera and surrounding volcanic terrain on Tenerife. This national park offers a unique landscape for geographic discovery, showcasing dramatic lava flows, volcanic cones, and endemic flora. Its protected boundaries define a significant area of natural interest, making it a key landmark for atlas exploration of island geography and protected lands.

Area: 189.9 km²
Established: 1954
IUCN: II
Visitors: 4.5M annual

Teide National Park Protected Landscape

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National parkHuelva

Doñana National Park

Explore Huelva's key protected area and its regional geographic setting.

Doñana National Park, in Province of Huelva, Spain. Landscapes: dunes, wetlands, and beaches.

Area: 543 km²
Established: 1969
IUCN: II
Visitors: 376.3K annual

Doñana National Park National Park Atlas

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National parkSpain

Picos de Europa National Park: Dramatic Limestone Peaks and Protected Landscape Atlas

Explore Spain's historic national park and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

Picos de Europa National Park offers an unparalleled exploration of dramatic limestone peaks, deep glacial valleys, and extensive Atlantic forests. As Spain's oldest national park and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, it presents a remarkable study in karst landscape evolution and biodiversity conservation. This protected area, spanning significant territory across northern Spain, provides a rich geographic context for understanding regional natural heritage and mapped natural features.

Area: 671.27 km²
Established: 1918
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

Picos de Europa National Park Protected Area

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National parkSpain

Garajonay National Park

Explore Spain's unique protected area with rich geographic context.

Garajonay National Park, in Spain. Landscapes: forests, plateaus, and volcanoes.

Area: 40 km²
Established: 1981
IUCN: II
Visitors: 450K annual

Garajonay National Park Protected Landscape

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National parkSpain

Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park: Glacial Terrain and Pyrenean Protected Landscape

Explore its dramatic valleys, cliffs, and alpine geography.

Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park is a critical protected area within the Pyrenean geography, defined by its spectacular glacial valleys, towering limestone massifs, and unique karst formations. As a National Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site, it offers a rich environment for exploring mapped terrain and understanding the interplay of geology and high-alpine ecosystems. Delve into the mapped boundaries and distinct landscape features that characterize this significant protected landscape.

Area: 156.08 km²
Established: 1918
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park Atlas

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National parkProvince of Lleida

Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park

Explore glacial lakes and winding waterways in Catalonia.

Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park, in Province of Lleida, Spain. Landscapes: mountains, valleys, and lakes.

Area: 141 km²
Established: 1955
IUCN: II
Visitors: 525K annual

Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park Atlas

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National parkSpain

Sierra de Guadarrama National Park

Explore diverse high Mediterranean mountain terrain and ecosystems.

Sierra de Guadarrama National Park, in Spain. Landscapes: mountains, valleys, and forests.

Area: 339.6 km²
Established: 2013
IUCN: II
Visitors: 3M annual

Sierra de Guadarrama National Park Atlas

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National parkGalicia

Atlantic Islands of Galicia National Park

Explore mapped island ecosystems and protected marine areas.

Atlantic Islands of Galicia National Park, in Galicia, Spain. Landscapes: islands, cliffs, and beaches.

Area: 84.8 km²
Established: 2002
IUCN: II
Visitors: 472.3K annual

Atlantic Islands of Galicia National Park Atlas

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National parkSpain

Caldera de Taburiente National Park

Explore its volcanic caldera, mapped ravines, and pine forests.

Caldera de Taburiente National Park, in Spain. Landscapes: mountains, valleys, and cliffs.

Area: 46.9 km²
Established: 1954
IUCN: II
Visitors: 389K annual

Caldera de Taburiente National Park Atlas

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National parkToledo Province

Cabañeros National Park

Mapped Geography of Montes de Toledo Protected Area

Cabañeros National Park, in Province of Toledo, Spain. Landscapes: mountains, valleys, and forests.

Area: 409 km²
Established: 1995
IUCN: II
Visitors: 104.6K annual

Cabañeros National Park Protected Landscape

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National parkCanary Islands

Timanfaya National Park: Dramatic Volcanic Landscape in the Canary Islands

Explore Spain's unique geological national park.

Timanfaya National Park offers an extraordinary exploration of volcanic terrain, a protected area that defines geological conservation in the Canary Islands. Its landscape, shaped by powerful eruptions, features vast lava fields, striking volcanic cones, and visible geothermal activity. As Spain's only purely geological national park, Timanfaya provides a unique context for understanding volcanic processes and appreciating the raw beauty of its protected natural environment, serving as a key landmark within the archipelago's geography.

Area: 51.07 km²
Established: 1974
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

Timanfaya National Park Atlas

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National parkAndalusia

Sierra Nevada National Park: Protected Alpine Terrain and Geographic Context in Andalusia

Explore Spain's highest mountain range mapped across Andalusia's atlas.

Sierra Nevada National Park offers a profound exploration of Spain's highest alpine environments and a significant entry in the regional geography atlas. This protected area showcases classic glacial landforms, U-shaped valleys, and numerous high-mountain lakes, alongside a remarkable abundance of endemic plant species thriving in its unique microclimates. Understanding its mapped boundaries reveals a landscape vital for both biodiversity and watershed, situated prominently within the broader geographic context of Andalusia.

Area: 858.83 km²
Established: 1999
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

Sierra Nevada National Park Protected Landscape

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Landscape and environment

Understand how Spain is shaped by terrain, ecosystems, and seasonal conditions

Spain geography, nature, climate, and landscape context for park-focused travel research

Explore the physical geography, natural setting, and climate patterns of Spain through a location-first overview built for travel research, national park discovery, and broader regional context. This section helps explain how landscapes, habitats, and environmental conditions shape what people search for, where they travel, and how they experience protected areas in Spain.

Spain geography and landscape

Spain occupies the Iberian Peninsula in Southern and Western Europe. Peninsular Spain is bordered to the north by France, Andorra, and the Bay of Biscay; to the east and south by the Mediterranean Sea and Gibraltar; and to the west by Portugal and the Atlantic Ocean. The territory includes the Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean, the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Sea, and the autonomous cities of Ceuta and Melilla in mainland Africa. Spain features diverse terrain including the Pyrenees in the northeast, the Sierra Nevada in the south, and the Meseta Central plateau.

Spain nature and environment

Spain contains numerous national parks and protected areas across its diverse ecosystems. The country features mountain ranges, Mediterranean forests, coastal wetlands, and island environments. Notable protected areas include Doñana in Andalusia, Picos de Europa in the north, and Teide on the Canary Islands.

Spain climate and seasonal conditions

Spain experiences diverse climate zones due to its varied geography. The Mediterranean coast has hot summers and mild winters, while the interior features continental climate with greater temperature extremes. The northern Atlantic coast experiences more moderate temperatures and higher precipitation.

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Park map

Preview the spatial arrangement of mapped protected landscapes across the Iberian Peninsula.

Map of Spain's National Parks and Protected Areas: Geographic Distribution

Browse the geographic locations of Spain's national parks and protected areas, from mountainous regions to coastal zones, by interacting with this atlas-style map. This view provides essential spatial context, allowing for a clearer understanding of conservation landscapes and facilitating further park discovery across the country.

Explore Spain's Full Parks Map

Natural feature types

Explore the Full Collection of Spain Natural Features and Park Geography

Begin your exploration of the varied natural landscape of Spain. MoriAtlas connects regional geography to protected areas, enabling a detailed look at the mountains, coastal zones, and forest terrains that define the national territory of the Iberian Peninsula.

Discover the geographic spread and conservation landscapes of Spain's diverse protected natural areas.

Frequently Asked Questions About National Parks and Protected Areas in Spain

Gain comprehensive insights into the national parks and protected natural areas across Spain, covering their regional distribution and key characteristics. These frequently asked questions provide essential geographic context for exploring Spain's diverse conservation efforts, from its mountainous regions to coastal landscapes.

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Discover National Parks and Protected Areas in Countries Adjacent to Spain

Browse national parks and other notable protected areas across countries neighboring Spain, offering diverse geographic contexts and conservation landscapes within Europe. This country-level atlas view helps you compare distinct ecosystems and understand the regional spread of protected areas beyond the Iberian Peninsula.

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Portugal National Parks and Protected Areas

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Parks and protected areas in Morocco, including Souss-Massa and Talassemtane.

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Morocco National Parks Atlas

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Parks and protected areas in Tunisia, including Ichkeul and Bou-Hedma.

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Tunisia National Parks and Protected Areas

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Parks and protected areas in Andorra, including Madriu Valley and Comapedrosa.

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Andorra National Parks and Protected Areas

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Parks and protected areas in Monaco, including Larvotto Reserve.

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Protected area types

Continue Exploring Spain's Protected Area Designations and Landscape Context

Deepen your understanding of Spain's natural geography by continuing into its specific protected area designations. This route allows for detailed examination of how classifications like National Parks are mapped and distributed, providing critical context for the conservation landscapes across the Iberian Peninsula and aiding further geographic discovery.

Spain's Protected Area Designations

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Teide National Park: Spain's Highest Peak and Distinctive Volcanic Landscape

Doñana National Park

Picos de Europa National Park: Dramatic Limestone Peaks and Protected Landscape Atlas

Garajonay National Park

Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park: Glacial Terrain and Pyrenean Protected Landscape

Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park

Sierra de Guadarrama National Park

Atlantic Islands of Galicia National Park

Caldera de Taburiente National Park

Cabañeros National Park

Timanfaya National Park: Dramatic Volcanic Landscape in the Canary Islands

Sierra Nevada National Park: Protected Alpine Terrain and Geographic Context in Andalusia

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Map of Spain's National Parks and Protected Areas: Geographic Distribution

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