Villafría (Álava) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Villafría
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 Villafría
Location in Álava
Villafría
Location in Basque Country
Villafría
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
| Autonomous community |  Basque Country |
| Province | Álava |
| Municipality | Bernedo |
| Elevation | 711 m (2,333 ft) |
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| • Total | 21 |
Villafría is a small village, also known as a hamlet, located in the Bernedo area of Álava province. This province is part of the Basque Country, which is an autonomous community in northern Spain.
In 2020, only 21 people lived in Villafría. This makes it a very tiny community!
Where is Villafría?
Villafría is found in the southern part of the Álava province. It is about 43 kilometers (or 27 miles) south-southeast of Vitoria-Gasteiz. Vitoria-Gasteiz is the capital city of the Álava province and also the capital of the Basque Country.
The village is located at an elevation of 711 meters (about 2,333 feet) above sea level. This means it sits quite high up, often in a hilly or mountainous area.
What is a Council?
In some parts of Spain, like Álava, a "council" (or concejo in Spanish) is a type of local government area. It's usually a small community or village that has some power to manage its own local affairs. Villafría is one of these councils within the larger municipality of Bernedo.
See also
In Spanish: Villafría (Álava) para niños
