The Port Chapel of Málaga

Much older than the sleek Muelle Uno, the Port Chapel of Málaga stands out as a curious destination on our path. Completed in 1732, this tiny, waterfront place of worship was mainly visited by those who lived and worked at sea, whether they came to offer prayers or celebrate their weddings. Travelers and merchants passing through Málaga also made regular stops here. Over the centuries, the building has been relocated, stone by stone, to make way for the port’s ongoing expansions. The chapel is dedicated to the Virgin of Los Remedios, a title given to the Virgin Mary, who was believed to offer aid to Catholic prisoners, many of whom were wounded or enslaved during the Crusades in the Holy Land. Known as the “Virgin of Remedies,” she holds deep symbolic meaning in Spain. It’s not unusual to find similar chapels dedicated to her throughout the country. Though this particular chapel is no longer in use, it remains a charming historical relic, standing silently by the sea, where many of its faithful once risked their lives each day in service to their maritime professions.