Jaramillo Quemado

02Geography

Jaramillo Quemado is part of the La Demanda comarca and the Salas de los Infantes judicial district. Nestled southeast of Burgos, it was historically known as Jaramillo de los Caballeros, reflecting its noble heritage. The village features distinct architectural elements, including heraldic houses and various inscriptions on facades, and is divided into three neighborhoods: Gallejones, Cascajo, and La Calle.

• Nearby landmarks
• Cueva de los Moros
• Río Salcedal
• Pico Mencilla
• Ermita de Valpeñoso

03History

Historically, Jaramillo Quemado had a population of 168 in the mid-19th century, with its peak reaching 389 residents in 1897. The population has since declined significantly, particularly between 1960 and 1979, leading to its current count of 12 inhabitants.

• 1857 population 306 inhabitants
• 1897 peak population 389 residents
• 2011 population 5 inhabitants
• Current population 12 inhabitants

Jaramillo Quemado is a small municipality in Burgos, known for its historical significance and agricultural landscape.

04Cultural Heritage

The municipality is home to the Gothic-style church of San Martín de Tours, notable for its three naves and 15th-century stone features. The church also includes a Romanesque tower and several significant artistic elements, including a Renaissance altarpiece from 1545 and a Gothic Virgin from the 15th century.

• Patron saint San Martín
• Church style Gothic
• Notable artworks Renaissance altarpiece, Gothic Virgin
• Romería de Valpeñoso First Sunday of July
• San Martín's feast day November 11