The hermitage was built on the site of an earlier structure, with construction of the current building finalized around 1667.
The interior contains a collection of 'ex-votos', which are offerings presented to the Virgin in gratitude for granted favors.
The Virgin of Los Remedios was canonically crowned in 1969, an event that remains a significant milestone in the town's history.
The sanctuary is the focus of the 'Romería de los Remedios', a traditional pilgrimage where locals accompany the statue from the town church to the hermitage.
The architectural layout follows the classic scheme of a Latin cross, common in religious buildings of this period in the Madrid region.
The Ermita de Nuestra Señora de los Remedios is a 17th-century sanctuary located in the countryside of Colmenar Viejo, Madrid. It houses the venerated image of the Virgin of Los Remedios, the patron saint of the town. The building features a traditional Castilian architectural design, characterized by its white-washed walls and stone masonry. The interior contains a notable baroque-style altarpiece and various votive offerings left by pilgrims over centuries. A large courtyard leads to the main entrance, often utilized for local religious gatherings and traditional festivities. The site is situated on a plateau offering views of the surrounding Sierra de Guadarrama mountains.
The main entrance courtyard looking back toward the facade, especially during the 'golden hour' for soft light on the white walls.
Visit during the spring or autumn to enjoy the surrounding landscape when the weather is mild.
Bring binoculars if you wish to observe the details of the surrounding Sierra de Guadarrama landscape.
Check the local Colmenar Viejo events calendar before visiting to see if a religious procession is scheduled, which may affect accessibility.
Do not attempt to visit during private religious ceremonies, which may restrict public access to the nave.
The site typically experiences reduced access during private liturgical events; check the official website for major seasonal pilgrimage dates.
Maintain a respectful silence as it is a place of active worship; modest attire covering shoulders and knees is expected.
