Bentarique Postal Codes: 04569 | Alpujarra Almeriense, Almería, Andalucía

Key Facts

Bentarique is a municipality located in the Alpujarra Almeriense region of Almería province in Andalucía, Spain. Situated in the western part of the Alpujarra Almeriense comarca, this small municipality lies approximately 30 kilometers northwest of the provincial capital, Almería city, nestled in the foothills of the Sierra de Gádor mountain range. With an area of approximately 11 square kilometers, Bentarique maintains a modest population of around 250 residents, reflecting the typical demographic pattern of rural municipalities in this mountainous region. The municipality is administratively organized as a single municipal entity without further subdivisions into smaller districts or villages, concentrating its population and services within the main settlement. Characterized by its traditional whitewashed houses and narrow streets typical of Andalusian mountain villages, Bentarique's economy traditionally revolves around agriculture, particularly the cultivation of olives, almonds, and citrus fruits that thrive in the region's Mediterranean climate. The municipality forms part of the historical and cultural landscape of the Alpujarras, an area rich in Moorish heritage and traditional architecture. For those seeking detailed postal code information and addressing services for properties and businesses within Bentarique, comprehensive postal code data is available for this municipality and its surrounding areas.

Neighboring Regions

• Alcudia de Monteagud
• Alsodux
• Illar
• Instinción
• Santa Cruz de Marchena
• Terque