Bucharest vs Barcelona
Bucharest is about 2.2× larger than Barcelona by administrative area. Bucharest (Romania) covers 226 km² (87 mi²) with a population of 1.7 million, while Barcelona (Spain) covers 101 km² (39 mi²) with 1.7 million residents.
| Metric | Bucharest | Barcelona |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 226 km² | 101 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 87 mi² | 39 mi² |
| Population | 1,716,961 | 1,686,208 |
| Population density | 7,597 /km² | 16,629 /km² |
| Area ratio | Bucharest is ~2.2× larger by area than Barcelona. | |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Bucharest bigger than Barcelona?
Yes — Bucharest is about 2.2× larger by area: 226 km² vs 101 km².
How big is Bucharest?
Bucharest, Romania, covers about 226 km² (87 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Barcelona?
Barcelona, Spain, covers about 101 km² (39 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Bucharest or Barcelona?
Bucharest has the larger population: 1.7 million vs 1.7 million. Population density is about 7,597 people/km² in Bucharest and 16,629 people/km² in Barcelona.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-10-18.
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