Amsterdam vs Barcelona
Amsterdam is about 2.2× larger than Barcelona by administrative area. Amsterdam (Netherlands) covers 219 km² (85 mi²) with a population of 921,468, while Barcelona (Spain) covers 101 km² (39 mi²) with 1.7 million residents.
| Metric | Amsterdam | Barcelona |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 219 km² | 101 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 85 mi² | 39 mi² |
| Population | 921,468 | 1,686,208 |
| Population density | 4,208 /km² | 16,629 /km² |
| Area ratio | Amsterdam is ~2.2× larger by area than Barcelona. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amsterdam bigger than Barcelona?
Yes — Amsterdam is about 2.2× larger by area: 219 km² vs 101 km².
How big is Amsterdam?
Amsterdam, Netherlands, covers about 219 km² (85 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Barcelona?
Barcelona, Spain, covers about 101 km² (39 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Amsterdam or Barcelona?
Barcelona has the larger population: 1.7 million vs 921,468. Population density is about 4,208 people/km² in Amsterdam and 16,629 people/km² in Barcelona.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-20.
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