Villarcayo de Merindad de Castilla la Vieja

Villarcayo de Merindad de Castilla la Vieja is the administrative capital of the Las Merindades comarca, one of the areas with the highest landscape and monumental wealth in northern Burgos. The village, situated on the banks of the Nela River, functions as a dynamic service center for the entire region. Its Plaza Mayor, Santa Marina Church, and Clock Tower are the heart of local life. For the traveler or pilgrim exploring routes such as the Forgotten Way, Villarcayo is an strategic and well-equipped stopover, ideal for rest and replenishment. Its location makes it the perfect base to discover Las Merindades' treasures, from Ojo Guareña to Puentedey.