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Vega de Valcarce
Coat of arms of Vega de Valcarce
Coat of arms
Country Spain
Autonomous community Castile and León
Province León
Region Bandera de El Bierzo.svg El Bierzo
Municipality Vega de Valcarce
Area
 • Total 69 km2 (27 sq mi)
Elevation
631 m (2,070 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 604
 • Density 8.75/km2 (22.67/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Climate Csb
Website http://www.vegadevalcarce.net/index.php

Vega de Valcarce is a small village and a type of local government area called a municipality. It is located in the beautiful region of El Bierzo in the province of León, which is part of Castile and León in Spain. The village is also known as A Veiga de Valcarce in the Galician language.

In 2018, a count of people, called a census, showed that about 604 people lived in the municipality. The leader of the local government, like a mayor, is María Luisa González Santín. The village sits high up, at about 631 meters (2,070 feet) above sea level. It gets a good amount of rain, around 622 millimeters (24 inches) each year.

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What is Vega de Valcarce?

Vega de Valcarce is more than just a village. It is a municipality, which means it has its own local government. This government helps manage services for the people living there.

Location and Landscape

The village is nestled in a green valley. The Valcarce River flows right through it. This river adds to the natural beauty of the area. The surrounding landscape is perfect for outdoor activities.

Climate and Weather

Vega de Valcarce has a warm-summer Mediterranean climate. This means it has warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters. The average rainfall helps keep the area green.

The Camino de Santiago

One of the most special things about Vega de Valcarce is its connection to the Camino de Santiago. This is a very old and famous pilgrimage route. People from all over the world walk this path.

A Stop for Pilgrims

Vega de Valcarce is an important stop for pilgrims. Many people walking the Camino pass through the village. They often stay overnight to rest. Because of this, the village has many places for visitors to sleep. These include hostels and small hotels.

Tourism and Visitors

The Camino de Santiago brings many tourists to Vega de Valcarce. Most visitors come during the spring and summer months. They enjoy the village's charm and the beautiful scenery. This tourism helps the local businesses.

Culture and Language

Vega de Valcarce is unique because it is one of the places in Castilla y León where people speak Galician. This is a language similar to Portuguese.

Local Traditions

The people of Vega de Valcarce celebrate many traditional Spanish holidays. These religious holidays are an important part of their culture. They bring the community together throughout the year.

See also

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