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Lois heritage town, León

León · Castilla y León

Lois

Photo: David Perez · CC BY 3.0
Province
León
Status
Conjunto Histórico
Population
40

Lois is a heritage town in the province of León, Castilla y León, Spain. It is designated a Conjunto Histórico (Spain's national heritage designation for historic ensembles). Population 40 (2017).

A small village in León's high country, sitting above 1,200 metres in the municipality of Crémenes.

Key facts

Province
León
Heritage status
Conjunto Histórico
Population
40 (2017)

History of Lois

Lois is a village in the municipality of Crémenes, in the province of León, in the region of Castilla y León. It formerly belonged to the municipality of Salamón before becoming part of Crémenes. The village sits at an altitude of more than 1,200 metres, placing it firmly in the mountain country of northern León.

Where to eat in Lois

4.6(517)· Restaurant
C. G.r.castañon, 24991 Lois, León, Spain
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Regional food & drink

Castilla y León is known for Cochinillo asado, Lechazo and Morcilla de Burgos, among 5 regional specialities.

Watch: Lechazo

Traditional food & drink in Castilla y León

Location

Quick answers

Is Lois worth visiting?

A small village in León's high country, sitting above 1,200 metres in the municipality of Crémenes.

Why is Lois a heritage town?

Lois is officially designated a Conjunto Histórico — Spain's national heritage designation for historic ensembles.

What is the traditional food in Castilla y León?

Castilla y León is known for Cochinillo asado, Lechazo, Morcilla de Burgos and Sopa de ajo. You'll find these regional specialities in and around Lois.

What is the history of Lois?

Lois is a village in the municipality of Crémenes, in the province of León, in the region of Castilla y León. It formerly belonged to the municipality of Salamón before becoming part of Crémenes.

Which heritage towns are near Lois?

Nearby heritage towns include Crémenes, La Vecilla, Almanza and Mogrovejo.

How big is Lois?

Lois has a population of about 40 (2017).

Part of Crémenes

Lois shares the municipality of Crémenes with another designated heritage site.

Nearby heritage towns

Visiting from a nearby city?

Lois makes a great day trip from:

Last updated 5 September 2026.