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Stone towers and wooden structure of the wall gate in Urizaharra. Unai Fdz. de Betoño, CC BY-SA 3.0

Peñacerrada-Urizaharra

Basque Country

332Population
57 km²Area
752 mElevation
01212Postal code

Peñacerrada-Urizaharra is a municipality located in the province of Álava, within the Basque Country of Spain. Characterized by its rich history and archaeological significance, it features several notable churches and natural landscapes.

02History

The history of Peñacerrada-Urizaharra is marked by its early mentions in historical documents, such as the Reja de San Millán from 1025, which lists various Alava towns. Although Peñacerrada itself is not mentioned, surrounding villages are noted, indicating the area's significance in the 11th century.

Tradition holds that Peñacerrada was founded in the 8th century, with its original site located northeast of the current town. The municipality was officially recognized in 1295 and was later granted to Diego Gómez Sarmiento by King Enrique II of Castile in 1377.

Peñacerrada-Urizaharra · Data
Province
Álava
Autonomous community
Basque Country
Population
332
Area
57 km²
Elevation
752 m
Postal code
01212
Coordinates
42.6443, -2.7135

Photos

Facade of the church with arches and a clock tower in Peñacerrada.
Church of Our Lady of the Assumption in Peñacerrada with its tower and clock.
Stone church with arched door and small window in Faidu, Urizaharra.
The church of La Peñako Andramariaren in Faidu, Urizaharra, with its stone facade and arched door.

Map

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