Marian devotion
Our Lady of Consolation of Montánchez Castle
Marian Advocation of Montchez (Extremadura)
Recognized by the Church
Our Lady of Consolation of the Castle is the patron saint of Montánchez (Cáceres). Her hermitage stands next to the castle that crowns the Montánchez mountain range.
Main data
Origin and history
Our Lady of Consolation of the Castle is the patron saint of Montánchez (Cáceres). Her hermitage stands next to the castle that crowns the Montánchez mountain range.
The image and the sanctuary
It is venerated in its hermitage in Montánchez Castle. The image was canonically crowned in 1950.
Sponsorship and coronation
Patron saint of Montánchez. Canonical coronation: 1950.
Party and devotion
Their festivities honor the Virgin of Consolation of the Castle, high in the mountains. Devotion to their patron saint is a defining characteristic of the town.
Link to the Rosary
From the castle, the Virgin of Consolation dominates the mountain range and consoles her people; climbing while praying the Rosary is to seek refuge on high, next to the Mother.
A flower for the Virgin
It offers a simple prayer to this advocation. Pray a Hail Mary for Spain and for the peace of the world.
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