Frías, Medieval hilltop municipality in Province of Burgos, Spain.
The castle of Frías stands on a rocky summit at 555 meters elevation, overlooking the Ebro River and surrounding mountain landscape.
King Alfonso VIII ordered the construction of a new castle in 1201 using materials from Petralata Castle to strengthen defenses in the region.
The Gothic Bridge at the entrance of Frías includes nine arches spanning 143 meters, connecting inland territories with the Cantabrian coastal routes.
The complete circuit of Frías, including the castle, churches, and medieval streets, takes approximately three hours to explore on foot.
Frías received its city status in 1435 and maintains the distinction of being the smallest settlement with a city title in Spain.
Location: Province of Burgos
Capital city: Frías city
Elevation above the sea: 555 m
Website: http://www.ciudaddefrias.com
Part of: Mancomunitat de municipis de la Comarca Ebro-Nela espanyol, Mancomunidad «Raíces de Castilla»
Shares border with: Oña, Cillaperlata, Valle de Tobalina, Partido de la Sierra en Tobalina
Website: http://ciudaddefrias.com
GPS coordinates: 42.76139,-3.29417
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:47
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