Castrojeriz, Medieval town in Burgos Province, Spain
Castrojeriz is a town stretched along roughly one kilometer of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route. Historic buildings and several churches line the main street, creating the core of the settlement.
The settlement received its charter in 974 from Count García Fernández of Castile, making it one of the earliest documented grants of municipal rights in the region. This early recognition established its importance as a medieval administrative center.
The churches scattered along the main street display various architectural styles that reflect different periods of construction. Pilgrims traditionally stopped at these buildings to pray and rest before continuing their journey.
The town sits between Burgos and Fromista along the pilgrimage route, offering accommodation and basic services for walkers. Visitors should expect uneven streets and wear sturdy shoes for walking through the settlement.
Ruins of San Anton Monastery stand outside the town, where medieval monks once cared for pilgrims suffering from ergotism. This illness came from contaminated grain and was feared among travelers of that era.
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