Briviesca

Briviesca is a town and municipality located in the province of Burgos, in the autonomous community of Castile and León, Spain. Situated in the comarca of La Bureba, it serves as its historical capital.

The town is known for its agricultural activity, particularly cereal cultivation. Historically, it held strategic importance due to its location on the Camino de Santiago (Way of St. James), specifically the French Way.

Briviesca features several notable landmarks, including the Colegiata de Santa María la Mayor, a prominent example of Gothic architecture. The town also holds a weekly market that attracts visitors from the surrounding region.

The population of Briviesca is approximately 7,000 inhabitants. Its economy is based primarily on agriculture and services, with a growing emphasis on tourism related to its historical and cultural heritage.

The name Briviesca is believed to derive from a Celtic or pre-Roman origin, although the precise etymology remains debated among historians.