Arbo, Pontevedra facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Concello de Arbo
Flag Coat of arms
Location of Arbo within Galicia
Country	Spain
Autonomous community	Galicia
Province	Pontevedra
Area
• Total	43.3 km2 (16.7 sq mi)
Population  (2018)
• Total	2,637
• Density	60.90/km2 (157.73/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CET)

Arbo is a municipality in Galicia, in the province of Pontevedra. It is a small town located in the northwest of Spain.

Discover Arbo: A Spanish Town

Arbo is a special kind of town in Spain called a municipality. Think of it like a local area with its own government. It's a place where people live and work together.

Where is Arbo Located?

Arbo is found in a region of Spain called Galicia. Galicia is in the very northwest corner of the country. Within Galicia, Arbo is part of the Pontevedra province. This province is known for its beautiful coastlines and green landscapes.

How Big is Arbo?

The total area of Arbo is about 43.3 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of a medium-sized city park. It's not a huge place, but it has its own unique charm.

Who Leads Arbo?

Every town needs a leader, and in Arbo, that person is called the Alcalde. This is like a Mayor in other countries. The current Mayor of Arbo is Xavier Simón Fernández. The Mayor helps make decisions for the town and its people.

Arbo's Population Over Time

The number of people living in Arbo has changed quite a bit over the years.

• In 1950, Arbo had its highest population with 7,155 people.
• By 2010, the population was 3,130.
• In 2018, the population was 2,637 people.

This shows that fewer people live in Arbo now compared to the past.

See also

In Spanish: Arbo para niños