Map of Spain Communities
Spain is divided into 17 autonomous communities and 2 autonomous cities, forming the nation's first-level administrative regions. Established by the 1978 Constitution, these communities were fully constituted by 1983. Use the interactive maps below to explore these regions and their boundaries. Download free maps or learn more about creating a custom map of Spain's autonomous communities.
See also: Map of Spain Provinces
Interactive Map of Spain Communities
Spain's Autonomous Communities: Key Facts
- Total number of autonomous communities: 17, plus 2 autonomous cities (Ceuta and Melilla)
- Number of provinces: 50
- Largest autonomous community by area: Castile and León
- Most populous autonomous community: Andalusia
- Constitutional framework: Established by the 1978 Constitution, Spain is a unitary state with autonomous communities exercising powers delegated by the central government
- Completion of autonomy process: By 1983, all 17 communities were constituted; Ceuta and Melilla followed in 1995
- Regional languages: Catalonia, Valencian Community, Basque Country, and Galicia have co-official languages alongside Castilian
Interesting Facts
- Historical nationalities: Andalusia, Basque Country, Catalonia, and Galicia took the "fast route" to autonomy, gaining maximum powers immediately
- Navarre's unique status: Recognized for its historical charters, Navarre is a "chartered community"
- Madrid's national interest: Constituted as a single-province community due to national interest, separated from Castile-La Mancha
Free Downloads
You can download free blank Map of Spain Communities and other maps in high resolution PNG, SVG and PDF formats from the blank maps section of the site: Download Blank Map of Spain Communities
Custom Map Features
This map supports labels.
This map is divided into 19 communities.
Updates
Sep 28, 2023:
- Added map of Spain Communities
Frequently Asked Questions
Spain has 17 autonomous communities and 2 autonomous cities (Ceuta and Melilla).
Castile and León is the largest autonomous community by area in Spain.
Andalusia is the most populous autonomous community in Spain.
You can use Ultimaps to create custom maps of Spain. Color-code communities manually or upload data, place pins, customize look and feel, and export to PNG, PDF, or SVG.
