Don Benito

Don Benito extends across the banks of the Guadiana River, with an elevation of 280 meters and a population exceeding 37,000 residents.

Founded in the 15th century by refugees from Don Llorente, the settlement developed as residents sought protection from Guadiana River floods.

The municipality celebrates La Velá festival, presenting regional gastronomy and traditions that reflect the heritage of Extremadura.

The railway station connects to the Ciudad Real-Badajoz line, providing direct transportation routes between Madrid and the Portuguese border.

In 2022, citizens voted on a proposal to merge Don Benito with neighboring Villanueva de la Serena to create a larger administrative entity.

Location: Province of Badajoz

Inception: 15 century

Capital city: Don Benito

Elevation above the sea: 280 m

Part of: Gemeindeverbund «Vegas Altas», Mancomunidade «Don Benito-Villanueva de la Serena»

Shares border with: Acedera, Villar de Rena, Rena, Villanueva de la Serena, La Haba, Quintana de la Serena, Valle de la Serena, Oliva de Mérida, Manchita, Guareña, Mengabril, Medellín, Santa Amalia, Miajadas, Almoharín, Campo Lugar, Madrigalejo, Orellana la Vieja, La Coronada

Website: http://donbenito.es

GPS coordinates: 38.95000,-5.85000

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:32