Fafe Population 2026
Fafe has a population of 16,868, making it the #157 biggest city in 🇵🇹 Portugal, located in Braga. Roughly 0.2% of Portugal's population lives here. It is about 31× smaller than Lisbon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,868
Rank in Portugal
#157
Coordinates
41.45°N, 8.17°W
~338 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 |
| Esposende | 34,625 | #48 |
| Bairro Novo | 32,876 | #55 |
| Barcelos | 19,085 | #129 |
| Cabeceiras de Basto | 16,710 | #158 |
Cities near Fafe
- Felgueiras58,065 people · ~9 km away
- Guimarães40,604 people · ~10 km away
- Cabeceiras de Basto16,710 people · ~17 km away
- Bairro Novo32,876 people · ~22 km away
- Braga193,324 people · ~24 km away
- Paredes19,834 people · ~30 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fafe?
Fafe has a population of 16,868 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #157 biggest city in Portugal.
What region is Fafe in?
Fafe is located in Braga, Portugal.
Is Fafe 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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