Miranda de Ebro, Spain

Welcome to Miranda de Ebro, a beautiful city located on the Ebro river in the province of Burgos in the autonomous community of Castile and León, Spain. With a population of 39,589 inhabitants, it is the second most populous city in the province after the capital, Burgos. Miranda de Ebro is an important transportation hub, especially as a railroad junction, and within 80 kilometres (50 miles) are the cities of Bilbao, Burgos, Logroño and Vitoria-Gasteiz. The city has an industrial economy focusing on the chemical industry, and is also known for its rich history and stunning architecture. The city is divided into two parts by the river Ebro, with the old part named Aquende and the new part named Allende. The primary sector is disappearing, but the cultivation of grain still remains the primary activity of the region. Others, like irrigated farming and viticulture, are of lesser importance. The secondary sector is developed thanks to its excellent geographic situation, next to the Basque Country and La Rioja, making Miranda de Ebro a city with a strong industrial and logistic character. The industrial revolution of the city began with the arrival of the railway in 1862. The city is also known for its impressive civil and religious structures, including the Carlos III Bridge, the Castle of Miranda de Ebro, the Railway Station, and the Church of the Holy Spirit. Miranda de Ebro is an important transport hub, especially for rail traffic, and is connected to all the surrounding major cities by numerous national roads, highways or dual carriageways (autovías), and motorways or freeways (autopistas). Although Miranda de Ebro has no airport of its own, Vitoria Airport is located only 35 kilometres (22 miles) away in Vitoria, which can be reached in under half an hour by the A-1 highway. Other airports near the city include Bilbao Airport, Burgos Airport, and Logroño-Agoncillo Airport. Come and explore the hidden gem of Miranda de Ebro, and discover why this enchanting destination should be on every traveler’s bucket list.