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Villafranca del Bierzo, Spain
Castille and León · Spain
Villafranca del Bierzo is a small town in Castille and León, Spain with a population of 3,733. Elevation: 1,660 ft (506 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Villafranca del Bierzo
Villafranca del Bierzo is a village and municipality located in the comarca of El Bierzo, in the province of León, Castile and León, Spain.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 3,733 |
| Population Density | 55 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,660 ft (506 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.6060°, -6.8107° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Castille and León |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.0 inches (1,067 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,493 |
| Median Age | 44.9 years |
About Villafranca del Bierzo
Villafranca del Bierzo is a small town in Spain (Castille and León) with a population of 3,733. The city sits at an elevation of 1,660 feet (506 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Villafranca del Bierzo vs Spain Average
Income: Villafranca del Bierzo vs Spain
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,493 |
| 55% below Spain avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 284 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Villafranca del Bierzo
Villafranca del Bierzo has an average annual temperature of 13.4°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jul (22°C), the coldest is Jan (5.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 640 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.2°F |
| 0% below Spain avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,660 ft (506 m) |
| Area | 68.5 sq mi (177.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.6060°N, 6.8107°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 1.4 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 5.5 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
Villafranca del Bierzo has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 41°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (1.1").
Schools in Villafranca del Bierzo
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria San Lorenzo de Brindis | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Padre Sarmiento | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Divina Pastora | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Villafranca del Bierzo
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onda Bierzo | — | MP3 120 kbps | |
| Radio Laciana | — | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Villafranca del Bierzo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aula Paleobotánica de Fabero | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación de la Vid y el Vino | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación de los Canales Romanos | ||||
| ENE. Museo Nacional de la Energía | ||||
| Escuela del Ayer. La Pizarra Borrada | ||||
| Etnographic Complex of O Cebreiro | ||||
| Jardín Romántico del Bierzo | ||||
| La Casa de las Gentes | ||||
| La Térmica Cultural | ||||
| Museo Agrícola El Varal | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico de Cacabelos | ||||
| Museo casa minera poblado Diego Pérez | ||||
| Museo de Ciencias Naturales y Etnográfico de los Padres Paúles | ||||
| Museo de Estatuas de Escontrilla | ||||
| Museo de la Radio | ||||
| Museo de las Cofradías | ||||
| Museo del Bierzo | ||||
| Museo del Ferrocarril | ||||
| Museo MUNIC de Carracedelo | ||||
| Palloza Museo Casa do Sesto | ||||
| Palloza-museo Casa do Sesto | ||||
| Parque de la Minería |
Libraries in Villafranca del Bierzo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Florencio Delgado Gurriarán | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Valentín García Yebra | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Fabero | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Toural dos Vaos | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Vega de Espinareda | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Villafranca del Bierzo | 0.0 | |||||
| Cacabelos Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Librería Nieto | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Villafranca del Bierzo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Plaza de Abastos | |||||
| Praza de Abastos |
Hotels in Villafranca del Bierzo
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Villafranca del Bierzo
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Villafranca del Bierzo
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Villafranca del Bierzo
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Villafranca del Bierzo
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Villafranca del Bierzo
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Villafranca del Bierzo
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Villafranca del Bierzo
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Villafranca del Bierzo
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Villafranca del Bierzo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveza Belecker | ||||
| Cerveza Castreña | ||||
| Cerveza Ribada |
Stadiums & Teams in Villafranca del Bierzo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Villafranca del Bierzo
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estación de Esquí de Manzaneda | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Estación de Esquí del Morredero | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Estación de esquí de Leitariegos | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Villafranca del Bierzo
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bragança Airport | BGC | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo de la Curiscada | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Reboira | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Sober | — | Small Airport |
| Monforte Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Rosinos de la Requejada Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Rozas Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Villafranca del Bierzo
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oficina de Correos |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Villafranca del Bierzo
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla de la Omaña | |
| Colegiata de Santa María | |
| Convento de la Anunciada | |
| Convento de la Concepción | |
| Convento de San José | |
| Iglesia de Nuestra Señora del Carmen | |
| Iglesia de San Francisco | |
| Iglesia de San Juan | |
| Iglesia de San Nicolás el Real | |
| Iglesia de Santa Lucía de Pobladura da Somoza | |
| Iglesia de Santa María Magdalena de Pereje | |
| Iglesia de Santiago Apóstol |
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What is the population of Villafranca del Bierzo?
Villafranca del Bierzo has a population of 3,733 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 68.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Villafranca del Bierzo expensive to live in?
The median household income is $33,493, 55% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Villafranca del Bierzo?
Villafranca del Bierzo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.0 inches.
How is the job market in Villafranca del Bierzo?
There are 284 business establishments in the area.