What to see in Madrid and its surrounding area
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What to see in Segovia: much more than a 2,000-year-old aqueduct
Segovia is one of the most popular and most recommended places for a short break from Madrid. History, art and cuisine are its very best attributes.
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Hiking in Madrid: two simple yet wild routes
The outskirts of Madrid are home to beautiful and varied landscapes where you can connect with nature less than an hour away from the city by car
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Cocido madrileño: Madrid’s most typical dish
The cocido stew is the most widely known dish of Madrid cuisine. It’s a real Madrid institution and can be enjoyed in virtual temples to a delicious culinary ritual.
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Seven short breaks from Madrid
A selection of charming places for a one or two-day break from the hustle and bustle of the capital less than an hour away from the city by car.
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Things to do in Madrid for couples: enjoy the city’s magic
Madrid is awash with romantic places for giving your partner the perfect surprise.
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Skiing in Madrid, ideas for enjoying the snow
If you love skiing, near Madrid you will find Puerto de Navacerrada, Valdesquí, La Pinilla, Navafría and the SnowZone.
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Cercedilla, gateway to the mountains of Madrid
Cercedilla hides treasures such as the Roman road, Fuenfría valley and Las Dehesas, a paradise for hikers and nature-lovers.
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Madrid’s Anillo Verde cycle lane: city tourism on two wheels
Since 2007, the Spanish capital has enjoyed use of the Anillo Verde Ciclista, a circular 64 km bicycle route that allows cyclists to travel around the city centre perimeter at ease.
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Madrid’s traditional food always comes with a spoon
Where to eat the best cocido or the finest callos? The traditional food of Madrid takes the world by storm, always with a spoon, whilst indulging in churros and chocolate or a deep-fried calamari roll
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Peñalara: a natural park with bags of charm
Peñalara Natural Park is situated within the Sierra de Guadarrama National Park and is perfect for hiking and climbing.