The Province of Cádiz is divided into 6 comarcas (regions) that include a total of 44 municipalities, with the famous city of Cádiz as its capital. Other important cities in the province include Jerez de la Frontera and Algeciras.
Population of Cádiz
The population of Cádiz Province is approximately 1,255,164 inhabitants. Of these, around 600,000 live in the metropolitan area of the Bay of Cádiz, which includes Cádiz city and nearby towns like Chiclana, El Puerto de Santa María, Puerto Real, and San Fernando. This makes Cádiz one of the most densely populated areas within Andalusia.
The province spans an area of 7,435.85 km², with a population density of 158.80 inhabitants per km². Cádiz shares borders to the north with the provinces of Seville and Huelva, to the east with Málaga, to the southwest with the Atlantic Ocean, to the southeast with the Mediterranean Sea, and to the south with the Strait of Gibraltar and the British territory of Gibraltar.
Coasts and mountains
The municipalities of Cádiz can be broadly divided based on their location within the province, highlighting a variety of coastal towns known for their pristine beaches—many of which remain untouched—and inland municipalities renowned for their cultural richness and vast green landscapes.
Among the coastal towns, notable ones include Conil de la Frontera, Vejer de la Frontera with its well-known hamlet of El Palmar, Barbate with Zahara de los Atunes, and Tarifa with the beach area of Bolonia.
Caleta beach in the city of Cádiz.
For the inland towns, those bordering the Los Alcornocales Natural Park stand out. Alcalá de los Gazules, known as the western gateway to the park, and Jimena de la Frontera, known as the eastern gateway, are especially notable.
Further north in the province are the famous white towns (pueblos blancos), named for their whitewashed houses. Here, within the Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, we find remarkable villages like El Bosque, Zahara de la Sierra, Villaluenga del Rosario and Grazalema itself.
Grazalema, one of the most famous and beautiful villages in the province of Cádiz.
From A to Z: The cities, towns and villages of Cádiz
Here are all the cities, towns and villages in the province of Cádiz (in alphabetical order.) Just click the links to find out more in depth information about each place.
Los Barrios in the Campo de Gibraltar region, offers a blend of history, nature, and modern development. Known for its traditional Andalusian character, it is surrounded by rolling hills, fertile farmland, and the expansive Los Alcornocales Natural Park. The town is also home to Parque Comercial La Marismas, one of Andalusia’s largest shopping centers, making it a hub for both commerce and culture. Its close proximity to Gibraltar and Algeciras makes it an excellent base for exploring southern Spain.
La Línea de la Concepción is a dynamic city in southern Spain, located on the isthmus connecting Gibraltar to the mainland. With approximately 64,500 residents, it is known for its strategic location, beautiful coastline, and rich cultural heritage. The city enjoys a Mediterranean climate, making it an attractive destination for visitors year-round.
Jimena de la Frontera is a picturesque town that rises beneath its historic castle on the slopes of San Cristóbal Hill, surrounded by lush cork oak forests, gall oaks, and riverbanks.
The Hozgarganta River, both abundant and modest in flow, once powered one of the earliest industrial mills in Andalusia, alongside numerous flour mills, some of which are still preserved today.
Located about 70 kilometres from Cádiz, the town of Espera is part of the famous Route of the White Villages (Ruta de los Pueblos Blancos). It sits at the crossroads of the Sierra de Cádiz and the surrounding plains, offering a unique combination of natural beauty, historical landmarks, and rural tourism.
With its ancient roots, Espera is an ideal destination for those seeking to explore Andalusia’s rich history, enjoy local gastronomy, and experience traditional village life.