Mare de Déu de la Soledat d’Ondara

Marian Invocation of Ondara (Comunitat Valenciana)

The Mare de Déu de la Soledat is the patron of Ondara, the historical capital of La Marina Alta, and one of the oldest Marian awards with pontifical recognition of the region. The advocation of the Soledat - Mary in her pain and solitude after the death of Christ - has very old roots in the municipality. The canonical patronage was established by decree of the Holy Congregation of Rites, signed by Pope Pius XI, the 13 June 1923, recognition that distinguishes this devotion from other communal asvocations.

Main data

Origin and history

The Mare de Déu de la Soledat is the patron of Ondara, the historical capital of La Marina Alta, and one of the oldest Marian awards with pontifical recognition of the region. The advocation of the Soledat - Mary in her pain and solitude after the death of Christ - has very old roots in the municipality. The canonical patronage was established by decree of the Holy Congregation of Rites, signed by Pope Pius XI, the 13 June 1923, recognition that distinguishes this devotion from other communal asvocations.

Image and sanctuary

The image is venerated in the parish church of Ondara. Devotion is linked to Holy Week, with documented processions from the pre-twentieth century.

Sponsorship and coronation

Patron of Ondara with pontifical recognition (Decree Pius XI, 1923). No canonical coronation.

Party and devotion

The main holiday is held in Holy Week (especially Good Friday), with solemn processions. The employers' holiday is celebrated around the 15 September.

Link to the Rosary

The advocation of Soledad is directly related to the Rosary, especially in the painful mystery of the Crucifixion and Sepulture. Ondara's passionary cofradies have kept this devotion alive over the centuries.