Esposende Population 2026
Esposende has a population of 34,625, making it the #48 biggest city in 🇵🇹 Portugal, located in Braga. Roughly 0.3% of Portugal's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Lisbon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
34,625
Rank in Portugal
#48
Coordinates
41.54°N, 8.78°W
~7 m elevation · Europe/Lisbon
Distance to capital (Lisbon)
314 km
195 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Braga
| City | Population | Rank in Portugal |
|---|---|---|
| Braga | 193,324 | #3 |
| Guimarães | 40,604 | #34 |
| Bairro Novo | 32,876 | #55 |
| Barcelos | 19,085 | #129 |
| Fafe | 16,868 | #157 |
| Cabeceiras de Basto | 16,710 | #158 |
Cities near Esposende
- Barcelos19,085 people · ~14 km away
- Pedroso18,963 people · ~14 km away
- Póvoa de Varzim29,044 people · ~17 km away
- Viana do Castelo36,148 people · ~18 km away
- Vila do Conde27,642 people · ~21 km away
- Trofa20,692 people · ~29 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Esposende?
Esposende has a population of 34,625 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #48 biggest city in Portugal.
What region is Esposende in?
Esposende is located in Braga, Portugal.
Is Esposende the capital of Portugal?
No, the capital of Portugal is Lisbon, about 314 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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