Roa
City in Burgos, Spain
Overview
Roa is a charming small town in Burgos, Spain, perched above the Duero river in the heart of wine country. Known for its peaceful ambiance, historic squares, and proximity to Ribera del Duero vineyards, Roa offers a distinctive Castilian experience for visitors seeking relaxation and authentic culture.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Spain
Province
Burgos
Population
2,298
Time Zone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
41.70°, -3.93°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,445
Local Cost
$970
Local Income
$1,400
Cashless
60
English
35
Temperature
11.1°C
Summer Avg
20.0°C
Winter Avg
3.0°C
Record High
37.7°C
Record Low
-13.2°C
Humidity
70%
Precipitation
542 mm
Internet Speed
253 Mbps
Upload
268 Mbps
Latency
10 ms
City Vibrancy
22
Coworking
0
Cafes
5
Nightlife
4
Parks
13
Transport
9
Walk Score
9
Footways
18.0
Airport
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Distance
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 3 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 80/100.