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Square with benches, trees, and houses in Espirdo, Segovia. Rodelar, CC BY-SA 4.0

Espirdo

Castile and León

1,613Population
26.01 km²Area
1,062 mElevation
40191Postal code

Espirdo is a municipality located in the province of Segovia, within the autonomous community of Castile and León. Characterized by its agricultural industry and proximity to Segovia, it comprises the main locality of Espirdo along with the districts of La Higuera and Tizneros.

02Geography

Espirdo is situated in the Ciudad y Tierra de Segovia region, approximately 8 kilometers from the capital city of Segovia. The municipality is traversed by the N-110 road and the local SG-V-2221 road, which connects it to nearby areas. The landscape features the western slopes of the Sierra de Guadarrama, with the river Ciguiñuela flowing through it. The elevation varies from 970 meters along the river Polendos to 1120 meters at the eastern boundary with Torrecaballeros.

Distance to Segovia
8 km
Elevation range
970 m to 1120 m
Main road access
N-110
Local road access
SG-V-2221

03Cultural Heritage

Espirdo boasts several points of interest, including natural sites like the Cerro de Catillejo and the Mirador del alto de La Ermita de Veladiez. The area is known for its diverse flora and fauna, with notable species such as Populus nigra. The municipality also features historical structures like the Romanesque Ermita de Nuestra Señora de Veladiez and the Church of San Pedro, both of which attract visitors for their architectural significance.

Espirdo is a municipality in Segovia, known for its agricultural industry and proximity to the city of Segovia.

04Festivals

Espirdo hosts several local festivals throughout the year, reflecting its cultural traditions. These celebrations are important for community bonding and showcase the local heritage.

Old church in Veladíez, a deserted village in Espirdo, Segovia.
Veladíez, a deserted village in Espirdo, with an old church and trees around.
Topographic map of Segovia at 1:50000 scale showing details of the province.
Segment of the topographic map of Segovia, in the province of Segovia, at 1:50000 scale.
Espirdo · Data
Province
Segovia
Autonomous community
Castile and León
Population
1,613
Area
26.01 km²
Elevation
1,062 m
Postal code
40191
Website
http://www.espirdo.es/
Coordinates
40.9975, -4.0733

Photos

San Pedro Church with tower and stone walls in Espirdo, Segovia.
San Pedro Church in Espirdo, with its tower and stone walls, surrounded by trees and located on a street of the village.
Aerial view of Espirdo and surrounding farmland near Segovia.
Aerial view of Espirdo, near Segovia, showing the town and surrounding farmland.
Stone arch entrance with wooden door at the Veladíez hermitage, Espirdo.
The entrance of the Veladíez hermitage in Espirdo, with a stone arch and wooden door, surrounded by yellow flowers.
Espirdo town hall building with flags and garden.
Espirdo town hall building with flags on the facade and a small garden.

Map

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