If you want to rest and disconnect from the routine, it is not necessary for you to go on a trip to the other side of the world. There are towns near Madrid that are great for a day trip , where you can get away, breathe fresh air, and recharge your batteries.
Patones from Above
An hour from the capital is Patones de Arriba, one of the most charming towns in the Community of Madrid. A wonderful excursion for the whole family! A small town of stone houses with a black slate roof that was born in the sixteenth century and that seems to have remained anchored in time. The Barranco Ecological Path, which connects Patones de Abajo with Patones de Arriba, is worth a walk and lasts 30 minutes.
Buitrago de Lozoya
Buitrago de Lozoya is an hour’s drive from Madrid and is a beautiful town of medieval origin. It has a great monumental heritage, among which the Castillo de los Mendoza stands out, a defensive construction from the 14th and 15th centuries . It is also interesting to visit the Church of Santa María del Castillo and the Arco de las Nieves.
Rascafría
If you want to get to know one of the most beautiful towns in Madrid on a day trip, Rascafría is a great option. It is located 104 kilometers away from the capital. The main attraction of the municipality is nature. There are many hiking trails for all levels , the Paseo Azul being one of the simplest and most beautiful. The Monastery of El Paular is also worth visiting.
Pedraza
If you don’t mind going a little further, you can bet on Pedraza, a Segovian town located 130 kilometers from Madrid. One of the most interesting visits is the Pedraza Prison, where the different types of cells can be converged . The Plaza Mayor is a typical Castilian square, with porticoed sides and balconies.
The Hiruela
And finally, La Hiruela, 110 kilometers from the capital. The town is located in the Sierra del Rincón, which has been a Biosphere Reserve since 2005. With a population of just 48 inhabitants, it is a great place to escape the bustle of the city and enjoy the silence . The urban fabric has remained intact for centuries, and all the houses are made of slate stone with oak elements. The Ethnographic Museum offers the opportunity to see first-hand what a 17th century rural house was like.
