Yécora/Iekora

02Geography

Yécora is situated in southern Álava, nestled between two valleys and near the borders of Navarra and La Rioja. The municipality is relatively flat and covers an area of 18.8 km². Nearby towns include Lapoblación to the north, Oyón to the south and east, and Lanciego to the west. The regional capital, Laguardia, is located 15 km to the west, while Vitoria, the provincial capital, is 50 km away.

Patron saint

Virgen de Bercijana

Main festival

Fiestas de Acción de Gracias

Festival date

Third weekend of August

03History

The earliest written records of Yécora date back to the 11th century, where it was referred to as Equora and Ecora in the Cartulario de San Millán. Originally a village under Laguardia, it gained the status of a villa in 1669, granted by King Carlos II. The municipality has maintained its bilingual designation of Yécora/Iekora in recent years.

• 1669 Granted the title of villa by King Carlos II.
• 11th century First written mentions as Equora and Ecora.
• Recent years Adopted the official bilingual name Yécora/Iekora.

Yécora, a rural municipality in Álava, Basque Country, is known for its viticulture and rich traditions.

04Economy and Culture

Yécora's economy is predominantly agricultural, with a significant portion of the population engaged in viticulture. The municipality is home to five wineries that produce wines under the Rioja designation of origin. The local community also enjoys various recreational facilities, including municipal pools and a health center that serves as a social hub.

• Agricultural sector 37% of the active population is engaged in agriculture.
• Wineries Includes Juan Campinún, Vallarmen, Solar de Ibalonja, Jalón, and Cooperativa San Sixto.
• Cultural facilities Municipal pools and a health center.
• Traditional events Includes several romerías and local festivals.