Gorráiz facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gorráiz
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 Gorráiz
Location in Navarre
Gorráiz
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
| Community |  Navarre |
| Province | Navarre |
| Municipality | Valle de Egüés |
| Elevation | 459 m (1,506 ft) |
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| • Total | 3,601 |
Gorráiz is a small town or "locality" located in the Valle de Egüés area of Navarre, a region in Spain. It's a place where people live, much like a village or a small city. As of 2020, about 3,601 people call Gorráiz home.
Where is Gorráiz?
Gorráiz is found in the northern part of Spain. It's quite close to a bigger city called Pamplona. If you were to travel from Pamplona, Gorráiz is just 8 kilometers (about 5 miles) to the east. This makes it easy for residents to access the services and attractions of the larger city while enjoying a quieter life in Gorráiz.
What is a Locality?
In Spain, a "locality" is a type of settlement. It's usually a smaller place than a city but can still have many homes and services. Gorráiz is part of a larger area called a "municipality," which is like a local government district. The municipality that Gorráiz belongs to is called Valle de Egüés. This means that Gorráiz shares some local services and administration with other towns in the Valle de Egüés area.
