Hermitage of the Humilladero · Lerma (EN)

The Duke created a beautiful garden on the banks of the river, with an orchard and a private hunting reserve. The gardens were composed of ponds with swans, gazebos, alabaster fountains, covered walkways... In addition, the Duke built 7 hermitages that added devotion to the beauty of the park. Pope Paul V in 1609 granted to the faithful who prayed in each of these hermitages, the same indulgences enjoyed by those who visited the seven churches of Rome. Today we can contemplate the Humilladero, as the only vestige of the magnificence of the gardens.