Both Madrid residents and visitors from outside have impressive routes and paths at their disposal to disconnect and get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Here the protagonist is the Sierra de Guadarrama. It is a perfect activity to get in touch with nature, disconnect, meet people, etc.
At the end of the day, a good walk through the mountains satisfies us in an extraordinary way. First of all, if you are newbies, we leave you with some tips for hikingand also with all the companies that organize outings in Madrid.
At the end of the day, a good walk through the mountains satisfies us in an extraordinary way. First of all, if you are newbies, we leave you with some tips for hikingand also with all the companies that organize outings in Madrid.
THE BEST HIKING ROUTES IN MADRID
1. Schmidt Path
It is probably the best-known path in the Community of Madrid for hiking fans. This path runs along the northern slope of the Seven Peaks from the port of Navacerrada, between Segovia and Madrid, to the Fuenfría Valley. It is approximately 13 km long with an estimated duration of about 4 hours.
A perfect plan for the whole family since it is also suitable for going with the little ones. We recommend that you be well hydrated and with appropriate footwear and clothing because even if you do it in summer, remember that you are in the high mountains.
- Length: 5.5 km (one way)
- Distance from Madrid: 60 kilometers
- How to get there: You can go either on the A-6 or on the M-607 (Colmenar road) until you reach the port of Navacerrada. -->See Plan<--
2. Purgatory Waterfalls Route
It is one of the most impressive routes offered by the Community in the Paular Valley. This route begins next to the Monastery of El Paular on the Puente del Perdón (medieval) and ends at Las Cascadas del Purgatorio, incredible with 2 waterfalls and a height of 10 meters.
Pine forests and oak forests will witness your excursion along this beautiful route, which will take approximately 4 hours or so depending on the pace you follow.
- Length: 12 km
- Distance from Madrid: 82 km (1 hour by car)
- How to get there: Take the A-1 (road Burgos) and take the exit towards Rascafría at km 69. -->See Plan<- -
3. The field of the dead
This route is a circular route located in the area of La Pedriza it is one of the classics. It begins and ends in the municipality of Manzanares el Real. Its duration is approximately two and a half hours. You have to leave your car in the Canto Cochino parking lot.
Its name has given rise to several hypotheses. From the fact that the origin was the work of the shepherds due to a hunt between mountain goats to also that it was the work of the bandits of the area, a place where they executed their victims. Whatever it may be, the most important thing is that this route is essential, beautiful and of low difficulty.
- Length: 8 km
- Distance from Madrid: 60 km
- How to get there: Take the Colmenar road (M-607) to Manzanares el Real. -->See map<--
4. Large lagoon of Peñalara
One of the great attractions of the entire Madrid mountain range is the Lagunda Grande de Peñalara, of glacial origin at 1800 meters of altitude. An authentic impressive landscape that begins at the port of Cotos. You can leave your car in the Cotos parking lot and walk up until it indicates the beginning of the trail to Peñalara.
Once at the top, the path will be smooth and will run along some wooden boards. It is a beautiful, easy and perfect route to bring a small snack and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. The Gitana viewpoint stands out.
- Length: 3.5 km (one way)
- Distance from Madrid: 67 km
- How to get there: You can go either on the A-6 or on the M-607 (Colmenar road) until you reach the port of Navacerrada and later on to the port of Cotos. -->See Plan<--
5. The Barranca Valley
Under the Guarramillas hill and at the foot of the Bola del Mundo is the Valle de la Barranca, one of the most beautiful environments in the entire Sierra de Guadarrama. The route starts from Hotel la Barranca where La Maliciosa watches over the valley from above.
The Ortiz path stands out, a spectacular path that will reach the las Canchas viewpoint where we will get unparalleled views of the valley.
- Length: 11 km
- Distance from Madrid: 65 km
- How to get there: You can go either on the A-6 or on the M-607 (Colmenar road) until you reach Navacerrada and then to the Hotel La Barranca -->See plan<--
Do you know them all? Which one do you stay with?
