Torredembarra Facts for Kids

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Torredembarra

Municipality

Torredembarra beach

Flag	Coat of arms

Nickname(s):

Torrenc

Torredembarra

Location in Catalonia

Spain

Comarca

Area

• Total

8.7 km² (3.4 sq mi)

Elevation

5 m (16 ft)

Population

(2018)

• Total

15,992

• Density

1,838/km² (4,761/sq mi)

Demonym(s)

Torrenc

Postal code

43830

Torredembarra is a lovely town in Catalonia, Spain. People who live there often call it La Torre. It's part of a region called the Tarragonès, which is in the province of Tarragona.

This town is located on the beautiful Costa Daurada, also known as the "Golden Coast." It's a popular spot because of its sunny beaches. Torredembarra is about 13 kilometers (8 miles) northeast of Tarragona and about 100 kilometers (62 miles) southwest of Barcelona.

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Discover Torredembarra

Torredembarra is a municipality, which means it's a self-governing area with its own local government. It's known for its nice beaches and friendly atmosphere. The town is quite small, covering an area of about 8.7 square kilometers (3.4 square miles).

Where is Torredembarra?

Torredembarra is located right on the Mediterranean Sea. It shares borders with a few other towns:

To the west, it's next to Altafulla.
To the north, you'll find La Pobla de Montornès.
To the east, it borders Creixell.
To the south, it meets the big blue Mediterranean Sea.

Hiking the GR 92 Footpath

If you love hiking, Torredembarra is a great place to visit! The GR 92 is a very long walking path that goes along the Mediterranean coast of Spain. Torredembarra is one of the important stops on this path.

You can walk north from Torredembarra to Calafell, which is about 15 kilometers (9.3 miles) away.
Or, you can head south towards Tarragona, a journey of about 20 kilometers (12.4 miles).

This path offers amazing views of the coast and is perfect for adventurers.

Who Leads Torredembarra?

Like any town, Torredembarra has a leader. The main leader is called the Mayor. Since 2015, the mayor has been Eduard Rovira Gual, who belongs to the Republican Left of Catalonia political party. The mayor helps make important decisions for the town and its people.

Global Connections

Torredembarra has special connections with other towns around the world. These are called "twin towns" or "sister cities." It means they share cultural ties and often visit each other.