Lobón Postal Codes: 06187 to 06498 | Tierra de Mérida-Vegas Bajas, Badajoz, Extremadura

Key Facts

Lobón is a municipality located within the comarca of Tierra de Mérida-Vegas Bajas, in the province of Badajoz, part of the autonomous community of Extremadura, Spain. Situated in the southwestern part of the Iberian Peninsula, Lobón lies on the left bank of the Guadiana River, approximately 15 kilometers east of the provincial capital, Mérida. This strategic position places it within the fertile plains of the Vegas Bajas region, an area historically significant for agriculture and river trade. The municipality covers an area of about 57.6 square kilometers and has a population of around 2,800 residents, as of recent estimates. Administratively, Lobón is governed as a single municipal entity without further internal subdivisions, typical of many Spanish municipalities at this level. Its landscape is characterized by flat terrain ideal for cultivating crops such as corn, tomatoes, and fruit orchards, benefiting from the proximity to the Guadiana. Historically, the area has Roman influences, evident in nearby archaeological sites, though Lobón itself grew around medieval settlements. The local economy traditionally relies on agriculture, with some development in services and small industries. For detailed postal code information and access to services within Lobón, visitors can explore resources specific to this municipality and its surrounding areas in Tierra de Mérida-Vegas Bajas.

Neighboring Regions

• Puebla de la Calzada
• Talavera la Real
• Valdelacalzada
• Mérida
• Montijo