Spain: capital, population, borders and facts
Spain is a country in Europe. Its capital city is Madrid. Roughly 48 million people live there, based on rounded estimates for around 2024. Spain shares a land border with 3 countries: Andorra, France and Portugal. Its coast touches the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea. The national flag uses red and yellow.
| Capital city | Madrid |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Population (approx.) | 48 million |
| Land neighbours | 3: Andorra, France, Portugal |
| Seas and oceans | Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea |
| Flag colours | red, yellow |
Outline of Spain
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Spain?
The capital of Spain is Madrid.
What is the population of Spain?
Spain has roughly 48 million people (rounded estimate, around 2024).
Which countries border Spain?
Spain borders Andorra, France and Portugal.
Is Spain landlocked?
No, Spain is not landlocked.
Travel basics for Spain
In Spain, traffic drives on the right, plug types C and F and emergency number 112. See plug type, voltage, driving side, emergency number, calling code and currency on the Spain travel basics page.
Put what you know about Spain to the test
Facts stick better when you use them. New puzzles appear every day, and these games use this kind of fact:
- Capital: the capital of Spain is Madrid. Test yourself on capitals in Capital Hunt or the capital cities quiz.
- Shape: do you recognise the outline above? Try the country outline quiz or Outline.
- Flag: The Spain flag uses red and yellow. Can you tell flags apart from their colours? Try Guess the Flag.
- Borders: Spain has 3 land neighbours. Name a country's neighbours against the clock in Neighbour Rush, or find the shortest land route between two countries in Border Run.
- Population: With roughly 48 million people, Spain is a good one to compare in Population Match or Population Showdown.
- Everything at once: work out a hidden country from six clues in Mystery Country, or browse all geography games.
More countries in Europe
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