Luis María de Borbón y Vallabriga, 14th Count of Chinchón 1777 – 1823

Biography

Luis María de Borbón y Vallabriga was born on May 22, 1777, in Cadalso de los Vidrios, Spain, into a distinguished family of noble lineage. As the 14th Count of Chinchón, he inherited a title of considerable prestige within Spanish aristocracy. His life would be marked by devoted service to the Catholic Church, following a path that led him to the highest ecclesiastical ranks.

Throughout his life, Luis María pursued a religious vocation that culminated in his elevation to the rank of cardinal. His position within the Church placed him among Spain’s most influential spiritual leaders during the early nineteenth century. He spent his final years in Madrid, residing at the Archbishop’s Palace, where he continued his ecclesiastical duties and responsibilities.

Luis María de Borbón y Vallabriga passed away on March 19, 1823, at the Archbishop’s Palace in Madrid, concluding a life devoted to both his noble station and his calling within the Church. He was laid to rest at Toledo Cathedral in Castilla–La Mancha, one of Spain’s most revered sacred sites, reflecting the honor and respect accorded to his memory. His legacy endures as a significant figure in Spanish Catholic history during the early modern period.