San Martín de Valdeiglesias

San Martín de Valdeiglesias is a municipality in the Community of Madrid located in central Spain at an elevation of about 680 meters. The town has a rural character with traditional buildings and is surrounded by a landscape of fields and hills.

The Castle of Coracera from the 15th century stands at the center of the municipality and represents the region's defensive heritage. The fortress shows the importance this place had in Madrid's protective landscape.

The festival honoring the Virgin Mary from early to mid-September brings together locals and visitors who participate in traditional celebrations. Music and dance performances are central to these gatherings, reflecting how the community marks its religious and cultural identity.

The town experiences notable increases in visitors during the summer months when people arrive for seasonal tourism and holidays. Visiting outside peak summer season offers a clearer sense of local life and easier access to the town's attractions.

A local music group called Grupo de Jotas María de la Nueva performs traditional regional dances and songs that have been passed down through generations. This ensemble keeps alive a form of expression that has deep roots in Castilian culture and appears at local events.

Location: Community of Madrid

Capital city: San Martín de Valdeiglesias

Elevation above the sea: 681 m

Part of: Mancomunitat Intermunicipal de Servicios «Los Pinares», Mancomunitat «Sierra del Alberche»

Shares border with: Pelayos de la Presa, El Tiemblo, Aldea del Fresno, Villa del Prado, Almorox, Cadalso de los Vidrios, Navahondilla, Cebreros, Navas del Rey

Website: http://sanmartindevaldeiglesias.es

GPS coordinates: 40.36250,-4.40806

Latest update: December 7, 2025 09:22