After the haze that we have had this week, what we want is to make a getaway if the good weather allows it. A ray of sunshine is enough to leave the asphalt of the capital and move to the mountains of Madrid, where we can find idyllic places.
Ideal areas to enjoy a picnic with family or friends and beautiful landscapes to enjoy routes and long walks with a lot of charm to enjoy all year round. Just one hour from Madrid you can find the best natural pools to rediscover the capital, take a dip in summer or take a route in winter. A very appealing outdoor plan.
San Juan Swamp
The San Juan Swamp It is one of the fashionable destinations. Located in the municipal terms of San Martín de Valdeiglesias, this reservoir is the only one in the Community in which bathing and motorized water activities are allowed. Virgen de la Nueva, and El Muro have beach bars and boat rental companies to enjoy a day of disconnection. In addition, it has 14 kilometers of beach just 70km from Madrid, in a privileged natural environment.
Rascafría Island
One hour from Madrid is the Rascafria Island It is located in the middle of nature, within the El Paular Valley, in the Lozoya River basin. In the middle of a forest of wild pines and oaks, we find a small but beautiful waterfall in which to enjoy the surroundings. The green spaces that surround the area are ideal for enjoying the views, making routes and taking walks. In addition, the La Isla area has several restaurants.
Villares of the Tagus River
Estremera beach, also known as the Los Villares beach, It is located about 70 kilometers from the center of the capital. A a place surrounded by poplars where the only point of the Tagus River is located where you can bathe, and which has a picnic area and kiosk, as well as different activities for children: trampoline, zip line and swings. A perfect area for swimming in summer and routes in winter.
The loops of Rascafría
the loops They are natural pools of Rascafria in the Valley of El Paular and are located 85 km from the center of Madrid. The views are magnificent and it has a recreational area, large green meadows and a bathing area divided into three natural pools in the Lozoya riverbed with spectacular views of Pico Peñalara.
Picadas Reservoir
The Picadas reservoir It is located between the municipal terms of Pelayos de la Presa and Aldea del Fresno, 60 km from Madrid, in the Sierra de Gredos. This reservoir collects the waters of the Alberche River and has a perfect area to enjoy the weekend with the family. Recreation area, outdoor activities, picnic areas with wooden tables and benches, and fountains complete this beautiful landscape.
Arenal of the Alberche River
The beach of the Alberche river, in Aldea del Fresno, it is 50 km from the center and it is perfect to go with children because it does not cover, although logically you always have to be aware of the little ones. A space consisting of kiosks, drinking fountains, showers and a picnic area is located between pines and ash trees. It also has a very large space for the little ones to play.
Green Pond of the Manzanares River
In the Green Pond of the Manzanares River, one of the most charismatic enclaves of La Pedriza, there is a spectacular hiking route between waterfalls and waterfalls. Since the Sierra de Guadarrama was declared a National Park, bathing is prohibited but it is perfect for hiking.