Figueres
A community guide to Figueres in Cataluña, España.
- Population
- 46,381 residents
- Region
- Cataluña
- Country
- España
- Coordinates
- 42.2664, 2.9616
History
The history of Figueres is bound up with the broader story of Cataluña. Settlement, agriculture, and trade have all left their mark on the area, with successive generations of residents contributing to the community as it stands today. Like many places across España, Figueres has experienced periods of growth and quiet alongside the patterns of regional change. Local landmarks, civic buildings, and cultural sites carry traces of each chapter in the area's longer story.
Climate
The climate at Figueres is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 42.27 within España. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Figueres experience. Visitors planning a trip to Figueres should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Community and amenities
Figueres offers the everyday community amenities that one would expect of a populated place in Cataluña: places to gather, public spaces, and services that connect residents to each other and to the wider region. Educational, cultural, and recreational facilities serve the local population and reflect the priorities of Figueres's residents. Visitors passing through Figueres encounter a community whose character is built on the patient work of generations of locals.
Geography and location
Figueres sits at approximate coordinates 42.2664 latitude and 2.9616 longitude within Cataluña. The terrain and natural features around Figueres reflect those typical of its part of España, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Cataluña road network providing the principal routes in and out.