Gothic and Baroque influences shape the history of the parish church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción; at the same time, the Camino de Santiago from Madrid passes through Los Huertos. This combination of architectural history and links to pilgrimage gives you two specific starting points for a stay focused on culture and walking routes.

Pilgrim routes around Los Huertos

The Camino de Santiago from Madrid runs through Los Huertos and joins the French Way at Sahagún. A walking route from Los Huertos to Añe forms the fifth stage, passing through the landscapes of Segovia and following the Camino de Santiago. The Camino Natural Valle del Eresma is also less than a kilometre from Los Huertos. These route descriptions offer different points of reference: Sahagún marks the connection to the Camino de Santiago, Añe is the destination of the fifth stage, and the distance from the town is the clear point of reference for the Camino Natural. For the two Camino de Santiago references in particular, it is worth noting their different scope: a connection with the French Way on the one hand, and a numbered stage on the other.

Local history and churches

Los Huertos was established during the Reconquista; until the 16th century, the settlement was known as Santa María de los Huertos. The parish church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción is a Gothic building dating from the 16th century, remodelled in the Baroque style in the 18th century. This makes it possible to explore the town’s history across several periods: its origins and former name provide context for the settlement, while the building and its remodelling tell the story of a specific structure.

The Ermita de la Virgen de las Vegas preserves a Baroque altarpiece and a replacement statue of the Virgin. The two works of art also differ in how they are described: the altarpiece is Baroque, while the statue is a replacement figure. Together with the parish church, they bring sacred architecture and furnishings into focus as different aspects of local culture. For culture enthusiasts, the examples highlight different themes: the parish church centres on its building phases, while the ermita showcases the works of art that have been preserved.

Ruins of several structures survive in the now depopulated former districts of Carrascal de Gumiel and San Pedrillo, including a mill, a farmstead and a hermitage. These remains broaden the focus from churches to former settlements and different types of buildings. The mill, farmstead and hermitage represent a range of building types.

Park at the entrance to the town

At the entrance to Los Huertos, Parque de Los Huertos is located beside the channelled San Medel stream. The park has three barbecue areas and swings for different age groups. Local fire-safety regulations may apply to the barbecue areas; check before using them. Playground equipment may change, so check what is currently available before your visit.

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For the broader travel overview: Segovia.