What is the Capital of Spain?

The flag of Spain is composed of three horizontal bands of red, yellow and red, with the yellow band twice the height of the red bands. In the yellow band is the national coat of arms offset slightly towards the hoist side of center.
Capital of Spain Madrid

Facts last checked 31 August 2026.

The capital city of Spain is Madrid. Spain is located in Southern Europe, Europe, with a population of 49,315,949. The official currency is the Euro and the primary language spoken is Basque.

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Capital of Spain โ€” FAQ

What is the capital of Spain?

The capital of Spain is Madrid.

Is Madrid the largest city in Spain?

Yes โ€” Madrid is both the capital and the largest city of Spain.

What country is Madrid in?

Madrid is the capital city of Spain.

What continent is Madrid in?

Madrid, the capital of Spain, is located in Europe.

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