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Villafranca de Ebro
municipality
Flag of Villafranca de Ebro
Flag
Coat of arms of Villafranca de Ebro
Coat of arms
Country Spain
Autonomous community Aragon
Province Zaragoza
Area
 • Total 63.6 km2 (24.6 sq mi)
Elevation
176 m (577 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 830
 • Density 13.05/km2 (33.80/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

Villafranca de Ebro is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the province of Zaragoza, in the region of Aragon, Spain. It's a quiet place where people live and work.

According to a count done in 2018, about 830 people call Villafranca de Ebro their home. This number helps us understand the size of the community.

Villafranca de Ebro Town Hall

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Villafranca de Ebro is a charming municipality in northeastern Spain. It's known for its peaceful atmosphere. The town is situated near the Ebro River, which is one of the longest rivers in Spain. This location has been important for the town's history and daily life.

Where is Villafranca de Ebro Located?

Villafranca de Ebro is found in the country of Spain. Spain is a large country in Europe. Within Spain, it is part of an area called Aragon. Aragon is one of Spain's 17 "autonomous communities." Think of these as big regions with their own governments.

The Province of Zaragoza

More specifically, Villafranca de Ebro is in the province of Zaragoza. A province is like a smaller division within an autonomous community. The city of Zaragoza is the capital of this province. Villafranca de Ebro is just a short distance from this larger city.

How Many People Live Here?

In 2018, a total of 830 people lived in Villafranca de Ebro. This number comes from a special count called a census. A census is when a government counts all the people living in an area. It helps them understand how many schools, hospitals, and other services are needed.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is a local area with its own government. It's like a town or a small city. Villafranca de Ebro has its own local leaders. These leaders make decisions about things like local roads, parks, and community services. The building shown in the picture, the Town Hall, is where these local government activities often take place.

What is the Area Like?

The total area of Villafranca de Ebro is about 63.6 square kilometers. This gives you an idea of how much land the municipality covers. The elevation of the town is 176 meters above sea level. This means it's not very high up, but it's not right at sea level either.

Time Zone Information

When you are in Villafranca de Ebro, you are in the CET zone. This means the time is usually one hour ahead of UTC. During the summer, they switch to CEST. This makes the time two hours ahead of UTC. This change is called Daylight Saving Time.

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