Vila Real Population 2026
Vila Real has a population of 17,001, making it the #155 biggest city in 🇵🇹 Portugal, located in Vila Real. Roughly 0.2% of Portugal's population lives here. It is about 30× smaller than Lisbon, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,001
Rank in Portugal
#155
Coordinates
41.30°N, 7.74°W
~462 m elevation · Europe/Lisbon
Distance to capital (Lisbon)
310 km
193 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Vila Real
| City | Population | Rank in Portugal |
|---|---|---|
| Chaves | 17,535 | #145 |
Cities near Vila Real
- Baião20,522 people · ~29 km away
- Cabeceiras de Basto16,710 people · ~31 km away
- Felgueiras58,065 people · ~38 km away
- Fafe16,868 people · ~40 km away
- Custoias19,406 people · ~41 km away
- Guimarães40,604 people · ~49 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Vila Real?
Vila Real has a population of 17,001 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #155 biggest city in Portugal.
What region is Vila Real in?
Vila Real is located in Vila Real, Portugal.
Is Vila Real the capital of Portugal?
No, the capital of Portugal is Lisbon, about 310 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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