Terrades facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Terrades
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Municipality
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View of Terrades, from mountain of Santa Magdalena
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 Terrades
Location in Province of Girona
Terrades
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Community |  Catalonia |
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| Province | Girona | |
| Comarca | Alt Empordà | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 21.0 km2 (8.1 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 228 m (748 ft) | |
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 314 | |
| • Density | 14.95/km2 (38.73/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Terradenc, terradenca | |
Terrades is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the beautiful region of Catalonia, Spain. It is part of the comarca called Alt Empordà. This town is situated to the west of the city of Figueres. It sits above the valley of the Muga river, which is a lovely natural area. You can reach Terrades by taking the GE-510 road, which connects it to other parts of the comarca.
People Living in Terrades
This section shows how the number of people living in Terrades has changed over many years. It's interesting to see how towns grow or shrink!
| 1900 | 1930 | 1950 | 1970 | 1986 | 2007 |
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| 717 | 554 | 448 | 239 | 191 | 266 |
In 1900, there were 717 people living in Terrades. By 2007, the population was 266 people. This shows that the number of residents has changed quite a bit over time.
What is a Municipality?
A municipality is like a local government area. It's a town or a small city and the land around it. Terrades is a municipality, which means it has its own local government and mayor. The mayor helps make decisions for the people living there.
Location and Surroundings
Terrades is in the northeastern part of Spain, close to the border with France. The Alt Empordà region is known for its diverse landscapes, from mountains to the coast. Terrades itself is more inland, surrounded by nature and the Muga river valley. This makes it a peaceful place to live or visit.
See also
In Spanish: Terradas para niños
