Castellar del Riu facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Castellar del Riu
Municipality
Pi de les tres branques, considered a symbol of the united Catalan Countries
Coat of arms
Location in Berguedà
Castellar del Riu Location in Province of Barcelona Show map of Province of Barcelona Castellar del Riu Location in Spain Show map of Spain
Country	Spain
Community	Catalonia
Province	Barcelona
Comarca	Berguedà
Area
• Total	32.7 km2 (12.6 sq mi)
Elevation	1,234 m (4,049 ft)
Population  (2018)
• Total	165
• Density	5.046/km2 (13.07/sq mi)
Demonym(s)	Castellanenc

Castellar del Riu is a small area in northern Spain. It is part of a region called Catalonia. This area is known as a municipality, which is like a local government district. It's located in a larger area called Berguedà.

The main office for the local government is in a place called Llinars. Llinars isn't a typical village. It's more like a small group of buildings. These buildings include the local government offices and a small sports center.

What People Do in Castellar del Riu

The people living in Castellar del Riu mostly work in agriculture. This means they grow crops and raise animals.

• Farming: They practice dryland farming. This is a way of growing crops without needing a lot of rain or extra water.
• Animal Care: They also do animal husbandry. This means they raise animals like cows, sheep, or goats.

Castellar del Riu also has a bit of tourism. People visit for a few special reasons:

• The Three-Branched Pine: One popular spot is the Pi de les Tres Branques. This is a very old and famous tree. It's a special place for people who love Catalonia.
• Skiing: Another attraction is the ski station of Rasos de Peguera. It's a great place for winter sports.

See also

In Spanish: Castellar del Ríu (Barcelona) for kids