

Hermandad Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Devotional brotherhood that honors the Virgin of Carmen, Patroness and “Queen of the Seas” of Marbella, organizing the iconic seaborne procession on July 16 and preserving an 18th-century baroque statue that symbolizes the city's seafaring faith and tradition.
Past Events

Our Lady of Mount Carmel – Patron Saint of Marbella
📅 16th Jul 2025
⏱️ 06:30 - 23:00
📌 Church La Encarnación of Marbella

Main Function of Rules and Statutes
📅 13th Jul 2025
⏱️ 12:00 - 14:00
📌 Church La Encarnación of Marbella

Transfer of the Underwater Virgin to the Marina – Marbella
📅 12th Jul 2025
⏱️ 22:30 - 01:00
📌 Chapel Sea Port

Seafaring Holy Mass and Golden Anchor Award to the Oldest Fisherman
📅 12th Jul 2025
⏱️ 21:00 - 22:30
📌 Chapel Sea Port

Medal Ceremony for New Members
📅 11th Jul 2025
⏱️ 20:30 - 21:00
📌 Church La Encarnación of Marbella

Solemn Triduum and Holy Mass “for children and youth”
📅 11th Jul 2025
⏱️ 19:30 - 20:30
📌 Church La Encarnación of Marbella

Solemn Triduum and Holy Mass “for the people of the sea”
📅 10th Jul 2025
⏱️ 19:30 - 21:30
📌 Church La Encarnación of Marbella

Solemn Triduum and Holy Mass “for the sick” with Anointing
📅 9th Jul 2025
⏱️ 19:30 - 21:30
📌 Church La Encarnación of Marbella
About
The Brotherhood of Our Lady of Carmen Crowned has its house located on José Manuel Vallés Street, very close to La Bajadilla Fishing Port, which is the starting point for the main events every July 16. The main image is a polychrome wood sculpture from the 18th century, rescued and hidden by local devotees during the religious persecution of 1936. It is seen as a powerful symbol of resistance and devotion. In 2012, the Bishop of Málaga declared her the Patroness of Marbella, acknowledging the widespread popular devotion that had long united fishermen, sailors, and families from across the Costa del Sol. On November 2, 2023, her canonical coronation was approved, with the ceremony supported by the Marbella City Council and King Felipe VI acting as honorary president of the organizing committee.
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What I Do?
Tradition
Frequently asked questions
It begins at 6:00 p.m. from the Brotherhood House (José Manuel Vallés Street) heading toward the Fishing Port. At 7:00 p.m., the Virgin boards the boat for the maritime procession, then continues on land back to Marbella’s Old Town.
The Brotherhood House is open every Monday from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for new registrations and the sale of souvenirs. You can also reach them via WhatsApp (+34 622 90 79 10) or on Instagram at @carmencoronadamarbella.
