Alcanar Postal Codes: 43530 to 43569 | Montsiá, Tarragona, Cataluña

Key Facts

Alcanar is a municipality located in the Montsiá comarca (county) within the province of Tarragona, Catalonia, Spain. Situated in the southernmost part of Catalonia, it borders the Mediterranean Sea to the east and the autonomous community of Valencia to the south, making it a key geographical and cultural transition point. The municipality covers an area of approximately 47.1 square kilometers and has a population of around 9,500 residents. Alcanar is administratively divided into two main population centers: the town of Alcanar itself and the coastal settlement of Les Cases d'Alcanar, which is a popular tourist destination known for its beaches. The area's economy traditionally relied on agriculture, particularly citrus fruits and vegetables, but has diversified to include tourism, services, and some light industry. Historically, Alcanar has roots dating back to Iberian and Roman settlements, with later significance during the medieval and modern periods. For detailed postal code information and further subdivision data for Alcanar's neighborhoods and districts, this resource provides comprehensive access to local administrative details.

Neighboring Regions

• Ulldecona
• Freginals
• La Sénia
• Vinaròs