Castrillo de Riopisuerga facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Castrillo de Riopisuerga
Municipality and town
Coat of arms
Country	Spain
Autonomous community	Castile and León
Province	Burgos
Comarca	Odra-Pisuerga
Area
• Total	17 km2 (7 sq mi)
Elevation	816 m (2,677 ft)
Population  (2018)
• Total	62
• Density	3.65/km2 (9.4/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code	09108
Website	http://www.castrilloderiopisuerga.es/

Castrillo de Riopisuerga is a small town and a municipality located in the province of Burgos, which is part of the Castile and León region in Spain. It's a quiet place with a rich history.

What is Castrillo de Riopisuerga?

This town is a municipality, which means it's a local area with its own government. It's like a small district or a local community.

Where is Castrillo de Riopisuerga located?

Castrillo de Riopisuerga is found in the northern part of Spain. It's in the province of Burgos, which is known for its beautiful landscapes and historical sites. The region it belongs to is called Castile and León.

How many people live there?

According to a count done in 2018, Castrillo de Riopisuerga has a population of 62 people. This makes it a very small and peaceful community.

What can you see in Castrillo de Riopisuerga?

Even though it's a small town, Castrillo de Riopisuerga has some interesting places to visit.

The Canal de Castilla

One of the most important sights is Lock 10 of the Canal de Castilla. This canal is an old waterway built a long time ago. It was used to transport goods across the region using boats. Locks are like water elevators that help boats move up or down different water levels.

The Church of St. Bartholomew

Another important place is the Church of St. Bartholomew. This is an old church that shows the history and architecture of the area. Churches like this often have beautiful designs and tell stories from the past.