Parks in Madrid

The primary type of recreation in the park is blissful idleness. You can stroll along the lanes, sit in the shade on a bench, sunbathe or picnic on the lawn, swim in the lake or go boating. For younger fidgeters, you should stay close to the playgrounds.

The Madrid Rio Park is a promenade on the two banks of the Manzanares River. The city moved part of the M-30 ring road up to its underground intersection with the A-5 motorway. This manoeuvre freed up 10 kilometres of track for a pedestrian walkway! It was erected in five years (2006-2010).

Of course, Buen Retiro plays the role of a place for walking perfectly. But how many exciting things can be seen walking along its alleys! One of the most beautiful buildings on its territory is the Crystal Palace. The architect Ricardo Velasquez Bosco, who built it, is also famous for the fact ...