Gines Postal Codes: 41960 | El Aljarafe, Sevilla, Andalucía

Key Facts

Gines is a municipality located in the province of Sevilla, within the autonomous community of Andalucía, Spain. Situated in the fertile agricultural region known as El Aljarafe, Gines lies approximately 6 kilometers southwest of the city of Sevilla, making it part of the metropolitan area of the Andalusian capital. The municipality covers an area of about 2.9 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 13,500 residents, making it one of the more densely populated towns in the comarca. Gines is administratively divided into a single municipal district, with no further subdivisions into smaller administrative units. Historically, the area has been inhabited since Roman times, with evidence of agricultural settlement, and it developed significantly during the Islamic period when irrigation systems were established. Today, Gines maintains its agricultural character while also serving as a residential community for commuters to Sevilla, featuring typical Andalusian architecture with whitewashed houses and narrow streets. The town is known for its annual festivals, particularly the Feria de Gines in September, and its local gastronomy that includes traditional Sevillian dishes. For those seeking detailed postal code information for addresses within Gines, the municipality uses the postal code 41960, which covers the entire town and its surrounding areas.

Neighboring Regions

• Bormujos
• Castilleja de la Cuesta
• Espartinas
• Valencina de la Concepción