Molinaseca Postal Codes: 24398 to 24413 | El Bierzo, León, Castilla y León

Key Facts

Molinaseca is a municipality and town located in the province of León, within the autonomous community of Castilla y León, Spain. Situated in the heart of the El Bierzo region, Molinaseca lies approximately 7 kilometers west of the city of Ponferrada, the capital of El Bierzo. The town is nestled in a valley along the banks of the Meruelo River, a tributary of the Sil River, at an elevation of about 580 meters above sea level. Geographically, it is positioned in the northwestern part of the Iberian Peninsula. With an area of approximately 79.6 square kilometers, Molinaseca has a population of around 800 residents, though this number can fluctuate with seasonal tourism. The municipality is administratively divided into several smaller localities, including Molinaseca itself, which serves as the municipal seat, and other villages such as Onamio and Paradasolana. Historically, Molinaseca is renowned as a key stop on the Camino de Santiago (the Way of St. James), with its iconic medieval bridge, Puente de los Peregrinos, attracting pilgrims and visitors. The local economy traditionally revolves around agriculture, particularly vineyards and fruit orchards, alongside growing tourism linked to its historical and natural heritage. For those seeking detailed locality information, postal code data for Molinaseca and its constituent villages can be accessed to facilitate navigation and services within this picturesque part of El Bierzo.

Neighboring Regions

• Ponferrada
• Camponaraya
• Cacabelos
• Santa Colomba de Somoza
• Castropodame