Los Ancares Postal Codes, Lugo, Galicia Spain

Postal codes for Los Ancares range from 24525 to 27698 in Galicia, Lugo, Spain. To find exact ZIP codes and postcodes within Los Ancares, choose from the municipalities listed below.

Municipalities in Los Ancares

Los Ancares on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Los Ancares regions in Spain. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Los Ancares

Key Facts

Los Ancares is a comarca (county) located in the eastern part of the province of Lugo, within the autonomous community of Galicia in northwestern Spain. This mountainous region is situated along the border with the neighboring autonomous community of Castile and León, characterized by its rugged terrain, deep valleys, and traditional stone villages that preserve ancient Celtic heritage. Los Ancares covers approximately 1,200 square kilometers and has a population of around 4,000 residents, making it one of the most sparsely populated areas in Galicia. The comarca is divided into 4 municipalities: Cervantes, Navia de Suarna, Becerreá, and Pedrafita do Cebreiro, each containing multiple parishes and villages. Known for its pristine natural environment, Los Ancares forms part of the Los Ancares Leoneses Biosphere Reserve, recognized by UNESCO for its exceptional biodiversity and traditional agricultural practices. The region's economy is primarily based on livestock farming, forestry, and increasingly, rural tourism focused on its hiking trails, historical sites, and traditional palloza stone houses. Visitors can access detailed postal code information for all municipalities and parishes within Los Ancares to facilitate navigation and mail delivery throughout this remote but culturally rich territory.

Neighboring Regions

* A Fonsagrada

* Sarria

* Quiroga

* O Cebreiro

* Bierzo