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Riudaura
Municipality
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Coat of arms of Riudaura
Coat of arms
Riudaura is located in Catalonia
Riudaura
Riudaura
Location in Catalonia
Country  Spain
Community  Catalonia
Comarca Garrotxa
Area
 • Total 23.6 km2 (9.1 sq mi)
Elevation
572 m (1,877 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 462
 • Density 19.58/km2 (50.70/sq mi)
Plaça del Gambeto - Riudaura (Catalonia)
Plaça del Gambeto

Riudaura is a small and charming village located in the beautiful region of Catalonia, Spain. It is part of a larger area called Garrotxa, which is known for its stunning natural landscapes. Riudaura is a "municipality," which means it's like a local government area with its own administration.

About Riudaura

Riudaura is found in the province of Girona. It is home to a small community of people. In 2018, about 462 people lived there. The village is situated at an elevation of 572 meters (about 1,877 feet) above sea level.

A local river, called the riera de Riudaura, flows through the area. This river once caused a flood in the nearby town of Olot in 1940.

Exploring the Villages

The municipality of Riudaura includes the main village and several smaller communities. These smaller places are often called hamlets or villages. Each one adds to the unique character of the area.

Here are the main villages and their populations:

  • Bac d'en Déu: 26 people
  • Clot de la Plana: 23 people
  • El Solei: 84 people
  • La Fajula: 15 people
  • Riudaura (the main village): 258 people

These communities together form the municipality of Riudaura.

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Riudaura para niños

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