# Franchise networks headquartered in Spain

Tamtam tracks 167 franchise networks headquartered in Spain. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Meliá Hotels International, Grupo Dia and AmRest. Their median headcount is 900. Half of them were founded in 1993 or later. The most common headquarters are Madrid (11), El Prat de Llobregat (3) and Palma (3).

These Spanish franchise networks are predominantly large companies in the retail, hospitality, and food service sectors. Companies like Meliá Hotels International operate hotels globally, while Grupo Dia specializes in food distribution across several countries. AmRest manages popular restaurant brands, and TENDAM is a fashion retailer with a global presence. These companies often have extensive networks of stores or establishments, indicating well-established business models.

A notable pattern among these companies is their strong presence in the retail and food and beverage services industries. Many, such as Food Delivery Brands and Telepizza, focus on food delivery. There is also a concentration of headquarters in the Madrid area, including Las Rozas, San Sebastián de los Reyes, and Madrid itself, suggesting a central hub for these large franchise operations.

🇪🇸 Spain · 50 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Meliá Hotels International](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/melia-hotels-international) (melia.com)<br>Operates over four hundred sustainable hotels across nine distinct brands worldwide, focusing on delivering unique hospitality experiences while fostering diverse professional career growth. | Hospitality | 🇪🇸 Palma | 18,250 | 1956 |
| 2 | [Grupo Dia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/grupo-dia) (diacorporate.com)<br>Spanish multinational distributing food, drugstore, beauty, and health products through an extensive network of local stores in Spain, Portugal, Brazil, and Argentina. | Retail | 🇪🇸 Las Rozas | 16,626 | 1979 |
| 3 | [AmRest](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/amrest) (amrest.eu)<br>Operating popular global restaurant brands across Europe, focusing on customer and employee experience with over 30 years expertise. | Restaurants | 🇪🇸 Madryt | 8,791 | 1993 |
| 4 | [Food Delivery Brands](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/food-delivery-brands) (fooddeliverybrands.com)<br>Leading multibrand pizza delivery group operating in 32 countries with four brands: Telepizza, Pizza Hut, Jenos’s Pizza, Apache Pizza. | Food and Beverage Services | 🇪🇸 San Sebastián de los Reyes | 8,360 | 1987 |
| 5 | [Telepizza](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/telepizza) (telepizza.es)<br>Leading Mediterranean pizza delivery company with international presence, offering fresh handmade pizzas through owned and franchised stores worldwide. | Hospitality | 🇪🇸 San Sebastián de los Reyes | 7,518 | 1987 |
| 6 | [TENDAM](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tendam) (tendam.es)<br>Leading fashion retailer with four own brands and outlet chain, operating in 89 countries with over 1,900 points of sale worldwide | Retail Apparel and Fashion | 🇪🇸 Madrid | 7,410 | 1880 |
| 7 | [Grido](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/grido) (argentina.gridohelado.com)<br>Family-owned company since 2000, offering a variety of high-quality frozen products in a pleasant atmosphere Leading global ice cream retailer with continued growth projections | Food and Beverage Services | 🇪🇸 Córdoba | 7,403 | 2001 |
| 8 | [Consum Cooperativa Valenciana](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/consum-cooperativa-valenciana) (consum.es)<br>Leading cooperative with 760+ supermarkets in Spain, specializing in distribution Recognized for high revenue, workplace excellence, and family-friendly policies | Retail | 🇪🇸 Silla | 5,554 | 1975 |
| 9 | [Kids&Us Language School](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kids-and-us-language-school) (kidsandus.es)<br>A language school for children, using innovative methodology for natural English acquisition Franchise opportunities available in various countries worldwide Contact local managers for more information | Primary and Secondary Education | 🇪🇸 Manresa | 3,907 | 2003 |
| 10 | [MRW](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mrw) (mrw.es)<br>A national urgent transport brand with over 550 offices and 56 logistics platforms delivering 62 million annual shipments, specializing in e-commerce and customer satisfaction | Freight and Package Transportation | 🇪🇸 El Prat de Llobregat | 3,834 | 1977 |
| 11 | [Dia España](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dia-espana) (empleo.dia.es)<br>Leading proximity stores network with over 5,400 locations in Spain, Argentina, Brazil, and Portugal Committed to quality, community impact, and customer satisfaction | Retail | 🇪🇸 Madrid | 2,438 |  |
| 12 | [Caprabo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/caprabo) (caprabo.com)<br>A trusted and quality supermarket chain in Catalonia since 1959, offering a unique shopping experience with 300 stores focusing on health, local products, and innovation | Retail | 🇪🇸 El Prat de Llobregat | 2,362 | 1959 |
| 13 | [Condis Supermercats](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/condis-supermercats) (condis.es)<br>A dynamic supermarket chain in Catalonia and Andorra, offering a wide range of fresh and competitive products through owned and franchise stores | Retail | 🇪🇸 Montcada I Reixac | 2,127 | 1961 |
| 14 | [Grupo Vips](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/grupo-vips) (europe.alsea.net)<br>A leading hospitality group in Spain, offering a variety of restaurants, cafes, premium sandwiches, and a unique loyalty club, with a passion for service excellence | Restaurants | 🇪🇸 Madrid | 2,030 | 1969 |
| 15 | [La Tagliatella](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/la-tagliatella) (amrestsp01t1.valhalla55.stage.jobs2web.com)<br>A restaurant chain offering authentic Italian cuisine, emphasizing quality ingredients, strong partnerships, franchise collaboration, social responsibility, employee development, work-life balance, and team empowerment | Restaurants | 🇪🇸 Madrid | 1,852 | 2003 |
| 16 | [NACEX](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nacex) (nacex.com)<br>Specializing in express courier services for businesses and individuals, offering national and international delivery with advanced tracking technology and quality assurance | Freight and Package Transportation | 🇪🇸 L'Hospitalet de Llobregat | 1,661 | 1995 |
| 17 | [Pizzerías Carlos](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pizzerias-carlos) (pizzeriascarlos.es)<br>Pizzería Carlos offers authentic, high-quality pizzas made with their own dough and premium ingredients in a cozy, family-friendly atmosphere across Spain | Restaurants | 🇪🇸 Alcobendas | 1,500 | 2009 |
| 18 | [Granier](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/granier) (pansgranier.com)<br>Company manufactures, distributes, and sells bakery, pastry, and coffee products in Spain and over 20 other countries. | Food and Beverage Services | 🇪🇸 Vilanova I La Geltrú | 1,254 |  |
| 19 | [Naturhouse](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/naturhouse) (naturhouse.com)<br>Franchise offering personalized weight loss programs designed by dietitians, based on reeducating eating habits to achieve a healthy weight Free consultations provided | Wellness and Fitness Services | 🇪🇸 Madrid | 1,249 | 1992 |
| 20 | [VIAJES HALCON, S.A.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/viajes-halcon-s-a) (halconviajes.com)<br>The company is a trusted and experienced travel agency in Spain, offering a wide range of vacation packages, flights, and accommodations globally | Travel Arrangements | 🇪🇸 Madrid | 1,190 | 1971 |
| 21 | [General Optica](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/general-optica) (generaloptica.es)<br>Specializes in optical and auditory health services, offering expert care, quality products, and training for future professionals. | Retail | 🇪🇸 Cornellà De Llobregat | 1,126 | 1955 |
| 22 | [Areas Iberia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/areas-iberia) (es.areas.com)<br>A global leader in Food & Beverage and Travel Retail, serving 348 million customers annually in 10 countries with diverse restaurant concepts | Hospitality | 🇪🇸 Esplugues de Llobregat | 1,107 | 1968 |
| 23 | [Engel & Völkers Spain](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/engel-and-volkers-spain) (engelvoelkers.com)<br>Global services company specializing in brokerage of high-end real estate, yachts, and aeroplanes Committed to growth, excellence, and client satisfaction | Real Estate | 🇪🇸 Barcelona | 970 | 1977 |
| 24 | [Equivalenza](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/equivalenza) (equivalenza.com)<br>A global retailer offering personalized fragrances and beauty products, focusing on innovation, sustainability, quality, and customer service to revolutionize the industry | Manufacturing | 🇪🇸 Hospitalet de Llobregat | 932 | 2011 |
| 25 | [FOODBOX](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/foodbox) (foodbox.es)<br>A multi-brand platform revolutionizing the restaurant sector by integrating various food concepts, backed by a financial partner and focused on innovation and customer insights | Restaurants | 🇪🇸 Madrid | 900 | 2015 |
| 26 | [Clínicas Dorsia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/clinicas-dorsia) (dorsia.es)<br>A company dedicated to democratizing beauty, upholding high quality standards, staying on top of trends, and fostering innovation for patient, team, and franchisee satisfaction | Wellness and Fitness Services | 🇪🇸 Pozuelo de Alarcón | 875 | 2003 |
| 27 | [Grupo Tecnocasa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/grupo-tecnocasa) (tecnocasa.es)<br>A leading real estate and credit brokerage franchising network in Spain and Europe with over 25 years of experience and 700+ franchise offices | Consumer Services | 🇪🇸 El Prat de Llobregat | 871 | 1994 |
| 28 | [Air Nostrum](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/air-nostrum) (airnostrum.es)<br>Regional airline operating over 200 daily flights across 60 airports in Europe and North Africa, serving 4 million passengers annually. | Airlines and Aviation | 🇪🇸 Valencia | 866 | 1994 |
| 29 | [Redpiso Oficial](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/redpiso-oficial) (redpiso.es)<br>A leading real estate group with over 220 offices across Spain, recognized for growth and quality service in 18 provinces | Financial Services | 🇪🇸 Rivas-Vaciamadrid | 861 | 2006 |
| 30 | [Dia Supermercados](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dia-supermercados)<br>Dia Supermercados is a chain of supermarkets with locations in Madrid, Spain, providing a variety of grocery products to customers | Retail Groceries | 🇪🇸 Madrid | 826 |  |
| 31 | [BM Supermercados](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bm-supermercados) (bmsupermercados.es)<br>A company with a long tradition in distribution, operating over 250 stores offering a wide range of products with a focus on fresh produce and personalized service | Retail Groceries | 🇪🇸 Irun | 796 | 1993 |
| 32 | [Marco Aldany](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/marco-aldany) (marcoaldany.com)<br>A leading chain in hairdressing and beauty in Spain, Marco Aldany offers innovative services, modern image, and quality products to create lasting customer relationships | Personal Care Product Manufacturing | 🇪🇸 Madrid | 784 | 1997 |
| 33 | [Tea Shop](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tea-shop) (teashop.com)<br>A leading brand in the loose leaf tea sector, offering over 130 varieties of fresh tea, unique blends, and high-quality leaf infusions in multiple countries | Retail | 🇪🇸 Barcelona | 754 | 1990 |
| 34 | [Fosters Hollywood](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fosters-hollywood) (fostershollywoodsevilla.com)<br>The company complies with the Information Society Services and Electronic Commerce Law, providing identifying data in accordance with regulations | Restaurants | 🇪🇸 Seville | 743 |  |
| 35 | [Phone House España](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/phone-house-espana) (phonehouse.es)<br>A leading telecommunications company in Spain with over 400 stores offering a wide range of mobile phones, internet, laptops, accessories, and personalized advice | Telecommunications | 🇪🇸 Las Rozas de Madrid | 727 | 1997 |
| 36 | [OK Mobility](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ok-mobility) (okmobility.com)<br>Global platform providing personalized, sustainable mobility solutions through rental, subscription, and purchase across 20 countries with 70 stores. | Ground Passenger Transportation | 🇪🇸 Palma | 698 | 2004 |
| 37 | [BURGER KING® EMEA & APAC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/burger-king-emea-and-apac)<br>Global fast food chain founded in 1954, known for quality burgers like the WHOPPER® Operated by independent franchisees worldwide | Food and Beverage Services | 🇪🇸 Pozuelo de Alarcón | 677 | 1954 |
| 38 | [Pans & Company](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pans-and-company) (pansandcompany.com)<br>A leading national restaurant chain since 1991, known for quality fast-food sandwiches with a Mediterranean twist, part of The EatOut Group | Restaurants | 🇪🇸 Sant Cugat del Vallès | 646 |  |
| 39 | [Envialia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/envialia) (envialia.com)<br>Specialized in urgent transportation and courier services with over 300 service centers, where each shipment is treated with care by friendly professionals Follow us on social media | Truck Transportation | 🇪🇸 Coslada | 646 | 2001 |
| 40 | [llaollao®](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/llaollao) (llaollaoweb.com)<br>Leading global brand in frozen yogurt, known for innovative, premium quality products made with fresh, natural ingredients from local suppliers with top food safety certifications | Food and Beverage Services | 🇪🇸 Murcia | 639 | 2009 |
| 41 | [365 Obrador](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/365-obrador) (365obrador.com)<br>We make every day a good day by providing friendly service and high-quality products at the best price | Food and Beverage Services | 🇪🇸 L'Hospitalet de Llobregat | 623 | 1999 |
| 42 | [Sports Emotion](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sports-emotion)<br>The company promotes a sports-oriented lifestyle to achieve the complete happiness of athletes through specialized brands in football, basketball, and sports accessories | Retail | 🇪🇸 Zaragoza | 592 |  |
| 43 | [B travel](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/b-travel) (btravel.com)<br>B travel helps individuals find their ideal trip through a network of over 700 agencies in Spain, inspiring people to explore, learn, and grow through travel | Travel Arrangements | 🇪🇸 Palma | 587 | 1964 |
| 44 | [Nautalia Viajes](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nautalia-viajes) (nautaliaviajes.com)<br>A company dedicated to marketing tourism products and services, with a customer-oriented approach, excellence in service, and technological innovation to meet client needs | Travel Arrangements | 🇪🇸 Madrid | 580 | 2011 |
| 45 | [Grupo Rodilla](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/grupo-rodilla) (rodilla.es)<br>Since 1939, we have been creating the best sandwiches with top-quality, fresh ingredients, constantly innovating to meet market needs and satisfy discerning palates | Restaurants | 🇪🇸 Madrid | 579 | 1939 |
| 46 | [SPAR Gran Canaria](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/spar-gran-canaria) (spargrancanaria.es)<br>A family of retailers in Gran Canaria founded in 1986 with 196 stores, focusing on local producers and economic growth in the Canary Islands | Retail Groceries | 🇪🇸 El Goro - Telde | 572 | 1986 |
| 47 | [POMODORO Franquicia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pomodoro-franquicia) (pomodoro.es)<br>Pomodoro is a Fast Casual dining concept offering high-quality Italian and TexMex cuisine at a fixed price of 390€ per dish | Restaurants | 🇪🇸 Seville | 552 | 2012 |
| 48 | [La Despensa Supermercados](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/la-despensa-supermercados) (ladespensasupermercados.es)<br>A supermarket chain offering top brand products with great service and a wide range of fresh meats, fish, and produce Located in Spain | Food and Beverage Services | 🇪🇸 Mora | 527 | 1985 |
| 49 | [La Mafia se sienta a la mesa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/la-mafia-se-sienta-a-la-mesa) (lamafia.es)<br>A dynamic hospitality franchise with 30 units, emphasizing customer connection through consistent growth, brand image, and passionate commitment to Italian cuisine | Restaurants | 🇪🇸 Zaragoza | 522 | 2000 |
| 50 | [Farmacias Trebol](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/farmacias-trebol) (farmaciastrebol.com)<br>Trébol Farmacias creates a bridge between physical and virtual pharmacies, offering quick access to medicines, health products, and advice for a healthier community | Wellness and Fitness Services | 🇪🇸 Alcobendas | 515 | 2005 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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