Gran Canaria Postal Codes: 35001 to 35489 | Las Palmas, Islas Canarias

Key Facts

Gran Canaria is one of the Canary Islands, an archipelago located in the Atlantic Ocean off the northwest coast of Africa, and forms part of the Spanish province of Las Palmas within the autonomous community of the Canary Islands. Situated approximately 150 kilometers off the Moroccan coast, Gran Canaria is the third largest of the Canary Islands with a land area of about 1,560 square kilometers and is home to roughly 855,000 residents, making it the second most populous island in the archipelago after Tenerife. The island is administratively divided into 21 municipalities, with Las Palmas de Gran Canaria serving as both the capital city of the island and the joint capital of the autonomous community alongside Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Known for its diverse landscapes that range from dramatic mountainous interiors to stunning coastal areas with popular beaches like Maspalomas and Playa del Inglés, Gran Canaria is often called a 'miniature continent' due to its varied microclimates and ecosystems. As a key destination for tourism and a hub for postal and logistical services in the eastern Canary Islands, accessing accurate postal code information for its municipalities is essential for residents, businesses, and visitors navigating the island's infrastructure.