Barcelos Population 2026
Barcelos has a population of 19,085, making it the #129 biggest city in 🇵🇹 Portugal, located in Braga. Roughly 0.2% of Portugal's population lives here. It is about 27× smaller than Lisbon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,085
Rank in Portugal
#129
Coordinates
41.53°N, 8.62°W
~36 m elevation · Europe/Lisbon
Distance to capital (Lisbon)
315 km
196 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Braga
| City | Population | Rank in Portugal |
|---|---|---|
| Braga | 193,324 | #3 |
| Guimarães | 40,604 | #34 |
| Esposende | 34,625 | #48 |
| Bairro Novo | 32,876 | #55 |
| Fafe | 16,868 | #157 |
| Cabeceiras de Basto | 16,710 | #158 |
Cities near Barcelos
- Esposende34,625 people · ~14 km away
- Braga193,324 people · ~16 km away
- Pedroso18,963 people · ~17 km away
- Bairro Novo32,876 people · ~18 km away
- Póvoa de Varzim29,044 people · ~20 km away
- Bougado21,680 people · ~22 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Barcelos?
Barcelos has a population of 19,085 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #129 biggest city in Portugal.
What region is Barcelos in?
Barcelos is located in Braga, Portugal.
Is Barcelos the capital of Portugal?
No, the capital of Portugal is Lisbon, about 315 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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