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Colmenar de Montemayor

Castile and León

177Population
39.98 km²Area
825 mElevation
37711Postal code

Colmenar de Montemayor is a municipality located in the province of Salamanca, within the autonomous community of Castile and León. Characterized by its mountainous geography and rich agricultural land, it has a small population and a history that dates back to the 13th century.

02Geography

Colmenar de Montemayor is situated in the foothills of the Sierra de Béjar, featuring notable elevations such as Cerro Felipe, which is the highest point in the municipality. The area is characterized by its rocky terrain, primarily composed of granite and basalt, which has formed impermeable soils ideal for agriculture. The municipality is bordered by several other towns, including Pinedas and Cristóbal de la Sierra.

Festival date
September 14
Climate
Mediterranean, typical of mountainous regions
Geological features
Canyons formed by the Cuerpo de Hombre and Sangusín rivers

03History

The origins of Colmenar de Montemayor trace back to its repopulation by King Alfonso IX of León around 1227, when it became part of the Montemayor del Río council. The name 'Colmenar' likely derives from the presence of beehives in the area. Over the centuries, the town has experienced various historical events, including the presence of Augustinian friars from the 16th to 19th centuries.

Colmenar de Montemayor is a small municipality in Salamanca, known for its mountainous terrain and rich agricultural heritage.

04Economy and Heritage

The economy of Colmenar de Montemayor relies on agriculture, particularly the cultivation of cereals, vines, and olives, supported by its fertile volcanic soil. Livestock farming, especially cattle, is also significant in the area. The municipality is home to several historical sites, including the Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción and the Casa del Hidalgo.

Facade of a church with stone tower and entrance with tiled roof in Colmenar de Montemayor.
The Church of Our Lady of the Assumption in Colmenar de Montemayor, with its stone tower and entrance under a tiled roof.
Stone hermitage with red tile roof and wooden door in Colmenar de Montemayor.
Small stone hermitage in Colmenar de Montemayor, Salamanca, with blue sky and white clouds.
Colmenar de Montemayor · Data
Province
Salamanca
Autonomous community
Castile and León
Population
177
Area
39.98 km²
Elevation
825 m
Postal code
37711
Coordinates
40.3994, -5.9594

Photos

Washhouse with tiled roof and water basin in Colmenar de Montemayor.
Traditional washhouse in Colmenar de Montemayor with tiled roof and water basin.
Stone fountain with pond and white railing in Colmenar de Montemayor.
Stone fountain in Colmenar de Montemayor, Salamanca, with a small pond and a white railing in the background.
White house with stone arch and balcony in Colmenar de Montemayor.
Hidalgo's House in Colmenar de Montemayor with a stone arch and white facade under a blue sky.
Old stone house with wooden windows and parked cars on the street.
Palatial house in Colmenar de Montemayor with a blue sky and white clouds, in the Sierra de Béjar region, Salamanca.
Town hall of Colmenar de Montemayor with flags on the facade.
Town hall building in Colmenar de Montemayor with flags on the facade.

Map

Nearby

Square with fountain, large tree, and buildings in Pinedas, Salamanca.
Pinedas
Salamanca · 88 inhabitants

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