Coimbra Population 2026
Coimbra has a population of 140,796, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇵🇹 Portugal, located in Coimbra. Roughly 1.4% of Portugal's population lives here. It is about 3.7× smaller than Lisbon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
140,796
Rank in Portugal
#5
Coordinates
40.21°N, 8.42°W
~59 m elevation · Europe/Lisbon
Distance to capital (Lisbon)
176 km
109 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Coimbra
| City | Population | Rank in Portugal |
|---|---|---|
| Figueira da Foz | 46,600 | #27 |
| Santo António dos Olivais | 41,150 | #32 |
| São Paulo de Frades | 17,154 | #150 |
| Eiras | 17,154 | #151 |
| Condeixa-a-Nova | 17,078 | #152 |
| São Martinho do Bispo | 15,315 | #170 |
| Ribeira de Frades | 15,315 | #171 |
Cities near Coimbra
- Santo António dos Olivais41,150 people · ~2 km away
- São Martinho do Bispo15,315 people · ~3 km away
- Eiras17,154 people · ~5 km away
- São Paulo de Frades17,154 people · ~5 km away
- Ribeira de Frades15,315 people · ~5 km away
- Condeixa-a-Nova17,078 people · ~12 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Coimbra?
Coimbra has a population of 140,796 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Portugal.
What region is Coimbra in?
Coimbra is located in Coimbra, Portugal.
Is Coimbra the capital of Portugal?
No, the capital of Portugal is Lisbon, about 176 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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