Santiago-Pontones Postal Codes: 23290 to 23478 | Sierra de Segura, Jaén, Andalucía

Key Facts

Santiago-Pontones is a municipality located in the northeastern part of the province of Jaén, within the autonomous community of Andalucía, Spain. Situated in the heart of the Sierra de Segura comarca, this municipality occupies a strategic position in the mountainous terrain of the Segura River basin, bordering the provinces of Albacete and Granada. With an area of approximately 684 square kilometers, Santiago-Pontones is one of the largest municipalities in Jaén province, yet it maintains a relatively small population of around 3,200 inhabitants, resulting in a low population density characteristic of rural mountain areas. The municipality was formed in 1975 through the merger of the formerly separate towns of Santiago de la Espada and Pontones, creating the current administrative entity. Santiago-Pontones is divided into several population centers and rural settlements scattered throughout its extensive territory, including the main towns of Santiago de la Espada and Pontones, along with numerous smaller villages and hamlets. The region is renowned for its pristine natural environment, featuring extensive pine forests, deep ravines, and the headwaters of the Segura River, making it a significant part of the Sierras de Cazorla, Segura y Las Villas Natural Park. Visitors to this website can access detailed postal code information for all the settlements and administrative subdivisions within the municipality of Santiago-Pontones.

Neighboring Regions

• Segura de la Sierra
• Hornos
• Benatae
• Siles
• La Puerta de Segura
• Chiclana de Segura
• Cazorla
• Quesada
• Pozo Alcón
• Huesa
• Hinojares