Linares Postal Codes: 23490 to 23713 | Sierra Morena, Jaén, Andalucía

Key Facts

Linares is a municipality and city located in the province of Jaén within the autonomous community of Andalucía in southern Spain. Situated in the northern part of the province, Linares lies within the Sierra Morena mountain range, approximately 50 kilometers north of the provincial capital, Jaén city. With an area of about 197 square kilometers, Linares serves as an important urban center in the region and has a population of approximately 56,000 residents, making it the second most populous municipality in Jaén province after the capital. The municipality is divided into several districts and neighborhoods, including the historic city center and surrounding rural areas. Historically significant for its mining heritage, particularly lead and silver extraction, Linares has evolved into a diverse economic hub with industries ranging from agriculture to manufacturing. The city's strategic location along transportation routes has contributed to its development as a commercial and service center for the surrounding rural communities. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data, Linares contains multiple postal districts and neighborhoods that can be accessed through our comprehensive location database.

Neighboring Regions

• Bailén
• Guarromán
• Carboneros
• Ibros
• Lupión
• Torreblascopedro
• Jabalquinto
• Vilches