Villasur De Herreros – Greenway, Forests and Culture

Villasur De Herreros reveals itself through four clearly distinct facets: routes, landscape, architectural heritage and regional products. The different themes can be combined without lengthy detours, giving the town a multifaceted profile.

Routes and Landscape

The Ruta de la Vía Verde is a 13.5 km circular route along a section of the Vía Verde del Ferrocarril Minero de la Sierra de la Demanda. The length of the circular route provides a clear point of reference for planning your own day. Another route leads through the town: the provincial Ruta del Ferrocarril Minero begins in Villasur De Herreros at the Embalse de Úzquiza and runs along it. The reservoir supplies the city of Burgos with water and offers beautiful panoramas.

The characteristic landscapes of Villasur De Herreros include extensive pine forests, centuries-old oak trees and lush beech stands. The highest point of Monte Gustares is at an elevation of 1,309 m; from there, the peaks of Trigaza and Mencilla, as well as the Valle del Arlanzón and the Embalse del Arlanzón, can be seen.

Culture and History

The Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción was built in the rural Gothic style. Inside, there is a Romanesque baptismal font distinguished by its unique symbolism.

The Muralla de Villasur de Herreros is made of clay and rounded stones on a rubble-stone base and runs along part of the town. The old Molino de Villasur now serves as the town’s tourist office and visitor information center.

The Ermita houses the Museo de Interpretación del Ferrocarril Minero Sierra de la Demanda. Among other exhibits, it features a model showing the railway’s route. An appointment must be made several days in advance to visit the Ermita.

Regional Specialties

Villasur De Herreros belongs to the quality designation area of Alubia Roja de Ibeas. This red bean is the basis of Olla Podrida, a typical dish of the cuisine of Burgos and a gastronomic specialty of Villasur.

El Puchero de Villasur produces 100% organic products and welcomes visitors who can take away seasonal vegetables, pulses or fruit.

When searching for a holiday apartment in Villasur De Herreros, you can read and compare the respective offer pages by travel dates, room category and cancellation conditions; the town’s different facets place varying emphasis on routes, culture, landscape and regional cuisine.

More Town Pages

You can also visit the town pages for Neila, Zazuar, Hortigüela, Gumiel De Mercado, Quincoces De Yuso, Valdenoceda, Hontoria and La Puebla De Arganzón.

Tradition and Dates

In 2025, the patron saint festivities of Villasur De Herreros were held in honour of Nuestra Sra. de la Asunción and San Roque.

For the overview of the wider travel region: Burgos.