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Montemayor del Río
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Coat of arms of Montemayor del Río
Coat of arms
Location in Salamanca
Location in Salamanca
Montemayor del Río is located in Spain
Montemayor del Río
Montemayor del Río
Location in Spain
Country Spain
Autonomous community Castile and León
Province Salamanca
Comarca Sierra de Béjar
Area
 • Total 15 km2 (6 sq mi)
Elevation
677 m (2,221 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 266
 • Density 17.7/km2 (45.9/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
37727

Montemayor del Río is a small and charming municipality located in the province of Salamanca, which is part of the Castile and León region in Spain. It's a place where you can find a mix of history and nature. As of 2018, about 266 people live here, making it a quiet and peaceful community.

Discover Montemayor del Río: Location and Geography

Montemayor del Río is nestled in a beautiful part of western Spain. It's found in the Sierra de Béjar comarca, which is a traditional region known for its mountains. The town is located about 677 meters (around 2,221 feet) above sea level. This means it's quite high up, offering nice views of the surrounding area. The total area of the municipality is about 15 square kilometers (about 5.8 square miles).

Where is Montemayor del Río on the Map?

Montemayor del Río is in the western part of Spain. It belongs to the autonomous community of Castile and León. This is one of the largest regions in Spain. Within Castile and León, it's part of the Salamanca province.

Término municipal de Montemayor del Río
A map showing the location of Montemayor del Río within the province of Salamanca.

Life in Montemayor del Río: Population and Community

Montemayor del Río is a small community. In 2018, its population was 266 people. This makes it a very close-knit town where everyone likely knows each other. Living in a small municipality often means a quieter lifestyle. It also means a strong sense of community among its residents.

Who Leads Montemayor del Río? The Local Government

Like all municipalities, Montemayor del Río has a local government. This government helps manage the town and its services. The main leader of the municipality is called the Mayor. The Mayor helps make decisions for the town.

Meet the Mayor: J. Antonio Jiménez

The current Mayor of Montemayor del Río is J. Antonio Jiménez. He belongs to the People's Party. This is one of the major political parties in Spain. The Mayor and the local council work together to serve the people of Montemayor del Río. They focus on improving daily life for everyone in the town.

Other Facts About Montemayor del Río

The postal code for Montemayor del Río is 37727. This code helps mail get to the right place. The town uses Central European Time (CET), which is UTC+1. During summer, they switch to Central European Summer Time (CEST), which is UTC+2. This is common for many places in Europe.

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