# Los Llanos de Aridane

> municipality of Spain

**Wikidata**: [Q366948](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q366948)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Los_Llanos_de_Aridane)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/los-llanos-de-aridane

## Summary
Los Llanos de Aridane is a municipality and city located on the island of La Palma in Spain, situated within the Valle de Aridane. It serves as the capital of the municipality and had a population of 20,582 residents registered in 2025. The municipality covers an area of 35.79 square kilometres and lies on the Atlantic Ocean.

## Key Facts
- **Instance of**: Municipality of Spain, city
- **Location**: La Palma, Valle de Aridane, Spain (Europe)
- **Area**: 35.79 square kilometres
- **Elevation**: 340 metres above sea level
- **Population (2025)**: 20,582 (preferred value, register office)
- **Population (2024)**: 20,283 (register office)
- **Population (2023)**: 20,189 (register office)
- **Coordinates**: 28.658232930555556, -17.914226030555554
- **Timezone**: UTC+01:00 (Central European Time, standard time) and UTC+02:00 (Central European Summer Time, daylight saving time)
- **Postal Code**: 38760
- **INE Code**: 38024
- **Demonym**: Llanense
- **Head of Government**: Maria Noelia Garcia Leal
- **Office held by head of government**: Mayor of Los Llanos de Aridane
- **Official Website**: http://www.aridane.org/
- **Licence Plate Code**: TF
- **Continent**: Europe
- **WOEID**: 12690181
- ** VIAF ID**: 130416742
- **GeoNames ID**: 6534189
- **MusicBrainz Area ID**: 545b60b2-7c9d-4045-86f3-d555705d92d9
- **OpenStreetMap Relation ID**: 345386
- **Library of Congress Authority ID**: n2009019685
- **Getty Thesaurus of Geographic Names ID**: 1062179
- **Gran Enciclopèdia Catalana ID**: los-llanos-de-aridane (former scheme: 0037541)
- **Archinform Location ID**: 14479
- **Freebase ID**: /m/07t896
- **Who's on First ID**: 101781255
- **Wikipedia Languages**: Available in 43 languages including English, Spanish, German, French, Russian, Chinese, and others.

## FAQs
**What is the current population of Los Llanos de Aridane?**
The municipality has a registered population of 20,582 as of 2025, according to register office records. Historical data shows fluctuations, with the population reaching 21,145 in 2011 and dropping to 19,536 in 2001.

**Where is Los Llanos de Aridane located?**
It is located in Europe on the island of La Palma within the Valle de Aridane in Spain. The municipality borders Tijarafe, Tazacorte, El Paso, and Fuencaliente de La Palma, and is situated next to the Atlantic Ocean.

**What settlements are contained within the municipality?**
The municipality contains the settlements of Los Llanos de Aridane (the capital), Todoque, La Laguna, and Triana.

**What are the demographic details available for the municipality?**
In 2019, the census recorded a male population of 9,908 and a female population of 10,559. Residents are referred to by the demonym "Llanense."

**What administrative codes are used for Los Llanos de Aridane?**
The municipality uses the INE code 38024 and the postal code 38760. Vehicles registered in the area use the licence plate code TF.

## Why It Matters
Los Llanos de Aridane functions as a significant urban center and municipality on the island of La Palma. As the capital of the Valle de Aridane, it plays a central administrative role in the region. The municipality's consistent population—maintaining levels around 20,000 residents for over two decades—demonstrates its stability and importance as a residential hub. Its location next to the Atlantic Ocean and its elevation of 340 metres provide it with distinct geographic characteristics that influence local climate and lifestyle. The presence of a dedicated local government, headed by Mayor Maria Noelia Garcia Leal, underscores its active political and civic structure.

## Notable For
- Maintaining a stable population of approximately 20,000 residents over a 24-year period (2001–2025).
- Being the capital of the Valle de Aridane.
- Having a Wikipedia presence in 43 different languages.
- Possessing a unique demonym: "Llanense."
- Sharing borders with four other municipalities: Tijarafe, Tazacorte, El Paso, and Fuencaliente de La Palma.
- Containing multiple distinct settlements: Los Llanos de Aridane, Todoque, La Laguna, and Triana.
- Having a dedicated flag and coat of arms.

## Body

### Geography and Location
Los Llanos de Aridane is geographically situated in Europe within the country of Spain. It is specifically located on the island of La Palma, within the region known as the Valle de Aridane. The municipality's precise coordinates are latitude 28.658232930555556 and longitude -17.914226030555554. It covers a total area of 35.79 square kilometres and rests at an elevation of 340 metres above sea level. The municipality is positioned next to the Atlantic Ocean.

The municipality shares its borders with four neighboring entities: Tijarafe, Tazacorte, El Paso, and Fuencaliente de La Palma. Within its administrative boundaries, the municipality contains several settlements: the capital city of Los Llanos de Aridane, as well as Todoque, La Laguna, and Triana.

### Demographics and Population
The population of Los Llanos de Aridane has been tracked annually via the register office. The preferred and most recent value is 20,582 for the year 2025.

Historical population data is as follows:
- **2024**: 20,283
- **2023**: 20,189
- **2022**: 20,551
- **2021**: 20,648
- **2020**: 20,760
- **2019**: 20,467 (Male: 9,908; Female: 10,559)
- **2018**: 20,171
- **2017**: 20,107
- **2016**: 20,043
- **2015**: 20,227
- **2014**: 20,416
- **2013**: 20,930
- **2012**: 20,895
- **2011**: 21,145
- **2010**: 20,948
- **2009**: 20,766
- **2008**: 20,525
- **2007**: 20,170
- **2006**: 20,173
- **2005**: 19,878
- **2004**: 19,659
- **2002**: 20,238
- **2001**: 19,536

Residents of the municipality are known by the demonym "Llanense."

### Administration and Government
The local government is headed by Maria Noelia Garcia Leal, who holds the office of the Mayor of Los Llanos de Aridane. The municipality operates under the administrative framework of Spain, utilizing the INE code 38024 for statistical identification. The official website for the municipality is http://www.aridane.org/. The licence plate code for the area is TF.

### Timezone Information
Los Llanos de Aridane observes two timezones throughout the year.
- **Standard Time**: UTC+01:00, referred to as Central European Time.
- **Daylight Saving Time**: UTC+02:00, referred to as Central European Summer Time.

### Identifiers and External Links
The entity is associated with a wide range of identifiers across various databases and platforms:
- **Wikidata**: The entity has a sitelink count of 43.
- **Wikipedia**: The article title is "Los Llanos de Aridane," available in languages including English, Spanish, German, French, Russian, Chinese, and many others.
- **Geonames ID**: 6534189.
- **OpenStreetMap Relation ID**: 345386.
- **MusicBrainz Area ID**: 545b60b2-7c9d-4045-86f3-d555705d92d9.
- **VIAF ID**: 130416742.
- **Library of Congress Authority ID**: n2009019685.
- **Getty Thesaurus of Geographic Names ID**: 1062179.
- **Gran Enciclopèdia Catalana ID**: los-llanos-de-aridane (formerly 0037541).
- **Archinform Location ID**: 14479.
- **Freebase ID**: /m/07t896.
- **Who's on First ID**: 101781255.
- **WOEID**: 12690181.
- **Google Play Store ID**: Los_Llanos_de_Aridane.

### Symbols and Media
The municipality has official symbols including a flag and a coat of arms.
- **Flag Image**: Available at https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Bandera_de_Los_Llanos_de_Aridane.png.
- **Coat of Arms Image**: Available at https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Los-llanos-de-aridane_escudo.png.
- **Photograph**: An image of the location is titled "Los Llanos de Aridane, en La Palma (Santa Cruz de Tenerife, España).jpg".
- **Locator Map**: A map image is available at https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Los_Llanos_de_Aridane.png.

### Names and Aliases
The official name is listed as "Llanos de Aridane, Los." The native label is "Los Llanos de Aridane." Aliases for the entity include "Aridane," "Los Llanos," and "لوس يانوس دي اريدانئ".

## References

1. Nomenclátor Geográfico de Municipios y Entidades de Población (20240402 edition)
2. Virtual International Authority File
3. OpenStreetMap
4. [Source](https://www.worlddata.info/europe/spain/timezones.php)
5. Geographic Nomenclature of Municipalities and Population Entities
6. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
7. MusicBrainz
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9. Municipal Register of Spain 2012
10. Municipal Register of Spain 2011
11. Municipal Register of Spain 2010
12. Municipal Register of Spain 2009
13. Municipal Register of Spain 2008
14. Municipal Register of Spain 2007
15. Municipal Register of Spain 2006
16. Municipal Register of Spain 2005
17. Municipal Register of Spain 2004
18. Municipal Register of Spain 2002
19. Municipal Register of Spain 2001
20. Municipal Register of Spain 2014
21. Municipal Register of Spain 2015
22. Municipal Register of Spain 2016
23. Municipal Register of Spain 2017
24. Municipal Register of Spain 2018
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35. [Source](https://www.ine.es/dynt3/inebase/es/index.htm?padre=517&capsel=525)
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37. [archINFORM](https://www.archinform.net/service/wd_aiort.php)