Hiking in Madrid

Trails just beyond the city.

Paths around Madrid — from easy pine walks to Sierra days worth the early train.

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Pick a place. Open the trail.

Tap a destination to browse routes — granite, river shade, or longer Sierra days.

Granite La Pedriza Ridges & rock
River Charca Verde Shade & water
Sierra Mountain days Longer climbs

Trails near Madrid

Places worth the trip — quiet pine paths, granite ridges, and river walks close to the city.

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How to use this site

Three clicks to the trail.

Browse routes, read what to expect, then go — or follow along for new paths.

  1. Browse trails Open the full list of walks near Madrid.
  2. Read a route Terrain, feel of the day, what to expect before you leave.
  3. Follow on Instagram @madrid_expats — new trails and trail photos.
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Outside the city, the trails begin

A quiet guide to walking paths around Madrid.

Hiking in Madrid collects trails within easy reach of the capital — places you can reach by train, bus, or a short drive, then lace up and go.

From granite ridges in La Pedriza to river shade at Charca Verde, pine walks, and longer Sierra days: each page covers the route, the feel of the terrain, and what to expect before you leave town.

Whether you are new here or have lived in Madrid for years, use this as a simple map of green exits — beginner-friendly paths and mountain days, written for anyone who wants the outdoors without the tourist checklist.

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Trail photos between the long posts.

Follow for routes, weather windows, and what the path looks like before you go.

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