Bercedo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bercedo
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| Country | Spain |
| Autonomous community |  Castile and León |
| Province |  Burgos |
| Comarca | Las Merindades |
| Seat | Villasante de Montija |
| Elevation | 740 m (2,430 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | CEST |
| Postal code |
09569
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Bercedo is a small town in Spain. It's located in the province of Burgos, which is part of the Castile and León region. It's also in an area called Merindad de Montija.
Bercedo has a beautiful old church called St Michael the Archangel. It was built a long time ago, in the 12th century (that's the 1100s!). The church has a single main room and a rounded back part. It's decorated with windows and a special entrance with three curved arches, columns, and carved tops.
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Nearby Towns and Villages
Bercedo shares its borders with several other places. Knowing its neighbours helps us understand where Bercedo is located.
Towns Bordering Bercedo
- To the north, it borders Agüera.
- To the east, it borders Leciñana de Mena.
- To the south, it borders Lastras de las Eras.
- To the southwest, it borders Quintanilla Sopeña and Villasante.
- To the west, it borders Noceco.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Bercedo has changed over the years. This section shows how the population has grown or shrunk.
Bercedo's Population History
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As you can see from the graph, Bercedo's population has generally decreased since 2000. For example, in 2000, there were 115 people, but by 2017, it was 84. This kind of information helps us understand how towns change over time.
Bercedo's Past
Bercedo has a long and interesting history. It was once an important spot on old Roman roads.
Ancient Roman Roads
Long ago, Roman roads crossed right through Bercedo. One of these roads went north to a place called Falviobriga, which is now the modern town of Castro Urdiales. In nearby towns like Agüera and Villasante, people have even found old Roman shoes from that time!
Wool Trade Route
Bercedo was also part of a key trade route. Wool from the region of Castile traveled along the road through Bercedo. This wool was then taken to the port of Laredo to be shipped to other places.
Life in the 1800s
We know a lot about Bercedo from the mid-1800s thanks to a special dictionary. It described the town as being in a wide, flat area, about 740 meters (2,704 feet) above sea level. The air was considered healthy, and the town had about 60 houses.
Daily Life and Education
The houses in Bercedo in the 1800s were typically 5 to 8 meters (18 to 26 feet) tall, with upper floors. The streets were not very well paved and could be dirty. There was an elementary school where 30 to 40 children, both boys and girls, went to learn.
Local Resources
The town had a parish church called Santa Marina, which also served the nearby villages of Quintanilla Sopeña and Villasorda. There was also a cemetery and a good source of fresh, clean water for everyone to use.
Land and Farming
The land around Bercedo was thin and sandy. It was divided into three main areas for farming. The area also had many oak and beech trees, as well as lots of grass for animals. The Caneja River flowed right by the village, helping to water the crops. There was even a stone bridge with three arches over the river, which was part of the main road to Burgos.
What They Produced
People in Bercedo mainly grew wheat, rye, corn, barley, beans, and flax. They also raised sheep, goats, cattle, horses, and mules. The area was home to wild animals like hares, partridges, wild boar, deer, foxes, wolves, and even bears.
Economy and Population
Most people in Bercedo worked in farming. They also sold cattle. The town would bring in goods like wheat, wine, oil, and clothing from other places. In the mid-1800s, Bercedo had about 12 families, which meant a total population of around 44 people.
See also
In Spanish: Bercedo (Burgos) para niños
