Ruins on a cliff with vegetation and river in the background. Roman Santos from Madrid, Spain, CC BY 2.0

Sebúlcor

Castile and León

239Population
27.71 km²Area
94 mElevation
40380Postal code

Sebúlcor is a municipality located in the province of Segovia, within the autonomous community of Castile and León. Known for its picturesque landscapes and historical significance, it is situated near the natural park of Hoces del Río Duratón, which features stunning gorges and diverse wildlife.

02Geography

Sebúlcor is part of the Villa y Tierra de Sepúlveda region and lies in the heart of the Hoces del Río Duratón Natural Park. The municipality is bordered by Carrascal del Río to the north, Fuenterrebollo to the northwest, Cantalejo to the west and south, and Sepúlveda to the east. The Duratón River and its tributary, the San Juan River, flow through the area, creating a unique karst landscape.

Patron saint
San José
Main festival
Patrocinio de San José
Festival date
Third Sunday after Easter

03Economy

The economy of Sebúlcor traditionally relied on agriculture and family-run livestock farming, with resin extraction from pine trees also playing a role. In recent years, the pork industry has become a significant resource for the community. The rise of rural tourism has led to an increase in outdoor activity companies and a variety of accommodations catering to visitors.

Sebúlcor is a municipality in Segovia, known for its natural park and historical sites.

04Heritage and Festivals

Sebúlcor is home to several historical sites, including the ruins of the Convento de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles de la Hoz, founded in 1231. The village also celebrates various festivals, with the most notable being the Patrocinio de San José, La Magdalena, and San Miguel, each featuring unique local traditions and community participation.

Sebúlcor · Data
Province
Segovia
Autonomous community
Castile and León
Population
239
Area
27.71 km²
Elevation
94 m
Postal code
40380
Website
http://www.sebulcor.com
Coordinates
41.2711, -3.8842

Photos

Topographic map of Cantalejo in Segovia, at 1:25000 scale.
Fragment of the National Topographic Map of Spain showing Cantalejo in Segovia.
View of the convent on an island surrounded by a river with cliffs.
The Convent of La Hoz and its surroundings in a river and cliffs landscape in Sebúlcor, Segovia.

Map

Nearby

Ermita de Nuestra Señora de las Nieves
Rebollo
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