Benavente Postal Codes: 49600 | Benavente y Los Valles, Zamora, Castilla y León

Key Facts

Benavente is a municipality and town located in the province of Zamora, within the autonomous community of Castilla y León in northwestern Spain. Situated in the comarca of Benavente y Los Valles, it lies at the confluence of the Esla and Órbigo rivers, approximately 65 kilometers north of the provincial capital, Zamora. With an area of about 45 square kilometers, Benavente serves as an important economic and administrative center for the surrounding agricultural region, known for its cereal crops and livestock farming. The municipality has a population of around 18,000 residents, making it one of the larger towns in the province. Benavente is divided into several neighborhoods and districts, including the historic town center with its notable landmarks such as the Church of Santa María del Azogue and the Castle of La Mota. The town's strategic location along major transportation routes has historically made it a significant crossroads in the region. For detailed postal code information covering all neighborhoods and districts within Benavente, visitors can explore the specific sub-regional sections of this website.

Neighboring Regions

• Santa Cristina de la Polvorosa
• Manganeses de la Polvorosa
• Villabrázaro
• San Cristóbal de Entreviñas
• Villanueva de Azoague
• Arcos de la Polvorosa
• Barcial del Barco
• Villaveza del Agua