Herguijuela de la Sierra facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Herguijuela de la Sierra
Municipality
Coat of arms
Location in Salamanca
Country	Spain
Autonomous community	Castile and León
Province	Salamanca
Comarca	Sierra de Francia
Area
• Total	32 km2 (12 sq mi)
Elevation	648 m (2,126 ft)
Population  (2018)
• Total	264
• Density	8.25/km2 (21.4/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code	37619

Herguijuela de la Sierra is a small village and municipality located in western Spain. It is part of the Salamanca province in the Castile and León region. This charming village is about 86 kilometers (53 miles) from the city of Salamanca, which is the capital of the province. In 2018, about 264 people lived there.

Herguijuela de la Sierra is known for its old-fashioned village feel. It also has a very special, hundreds-of-years-old beech tree nearby. This tree is one of only two such ancient beech trees in all of western-central Spain!

Exploring Herguijuela de la Sierra

Herguijuela de la Sierra is a quiet place with a rich history. It offers a glimpse into traditional Spanish village life.

Geography and Location

The municipality of Herguijuela de la Sierra covers an area of 32 square kilometers (12 square miles). It sits about 648 meters (2,126 feet) above sea level. The village's postal code is 37619.

A beautiful natural area called the Sierra de Francia Park is located within the municipality. This park is known for its stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife.

The Ancient Beech Tree

One of the most famous natural attractions near Herguijuela de la Sierra is its ancient beech tree. This tree is very old, having stood for several centuries. It is quite rare to find such old beech trees in this part of Spain. The tree is a symbol of the area's natural beauty and history.

More Information

If you want to learn more about Herguijuela de la Sierra in Spanish, you can visit this page: Herguijuela de la Sierra para niños.