San Bernardo Postal Codes: 521001 to 521007 | Nariño

Key Facts

San Bernardo is a municipality located in the Nariño Department of southwestern Colombia. Situated in the mountainous Andean region, it lies approximately 80 kilometers northeast of the departmental capital of Pasto, positioned within the Cordillera Central mountain range that characterizes much of Nariño's topography. With an estimated population of around 15,000 residents, San Bernardo covers an area of approximately 250 square kilometers of predominantly rural territory characterized by steep slopes and fertile valleys. The municipality is administratively divided into several corregimientos (townships) and veredas (rural districts) that organize its scattered settlements across the challenging terrain. San Bernardo's economy is primarily agricultural, with coffee cultivation representing a significant portion of local production alongside traditional crops like corn, beans, and various fruits. The municipality's elevation, ranging between 1,200 and 2,800 meters above sea level, creates diverse microclimates that support varied agricultural activities. For those seeking to access postal services or send correspondence to this region, detailed postal code information is available for San Bernardo's various sub-regions and populated centers.

Neighboring Regions

• Albán
• Arboleda
• Buesaco
• La Cruz
• Taminango