Madrid Parks & Riverside Cycle Tour
Did you know Madrid is the greenest capital in Europe? For 3 hours you will discover the Parque del Oeste, the Manzanares River, and Casa de Campo - one of the largest public parks in the world - all on cycling paths. Our guides will talk you through the parks’ history, from the beginnings as royal hunting grounds, to its use as a front line during the Spanish Civil War. You’ll also visit the resting place of a legendary Spanish artist and see an impressive chapel with frescoes painted by him. This tour is also great for kids as it doesn’t cross the city centre or use busy streets.
Includes:
- Bike rental with handlebar bag for storing personal items, helmet
- English-speaking bilingual guide who will take pictures of you along the way so you don’t have to fuss with your camera*
*the pictures are for your personal use only, and will not be used by us in any manner
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Bravo Bike - Fat Tire Tours Bike Tour Network, C. de Juan Álvarez Mendizábal, 19, Moncloa - Aravaca, 28008 Madrid, Spain
Bravo Bike has been providing bicycle tours in Madrid since 1999. As one of the most experienced bike companies in the city, we pride ourselves in our selection of Madrid City Tours, as well as guided cycling excursions to the surrounding regions including the historic cities of Segovia and La Granja, El Escorial and Ávila, Toledo, Aranjuez and Chinchón.
Our tours are highly suitable as corporate incentive events as well as excursions for multinational companies, schools and universities.
For all of our tours we've chosen the best hotels and the most attractive and interesting sites, cities and monuments to visit, paying attention to the individual needs and desires of our clients. Our tour guides, as well as our whole team, will spare no effort in ensuring that your only goal is to fully enjoy yourself.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Royal Palace of Madrid, Calle de Bailen s/n, 28071 Madrid Spain
We cycle along the east side of the Royal Palace to the Opera house enjoying a great view of the east side of the palace and from there ride to it's main entrance. The view from the court yard to the nearby mountains is spectacular.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Campo del Moro, P.º de la Virgen del Puerto, 1, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain
We cycle slowly down to the riverside of the Manzanares river but before we stop at the royal garden Campo del Moro where you get an impressive view of the west side of the Palace. Short walk into the garden.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Matadero Madrid, Paseo Chopera 14 Se celebra en Matadero, Paseo de la Chopera 14, Madrid, 28045 Madrid Spain
We ride along the river Manzanares on a newly built lane south to the Matadero fromer abattoir of Madrid. Now it's a cultural meeting point. It takes us about half an hour t get there by bike. We have the possibility to visit cristal palace there having enough time to visit the green house.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Puente de Segovia, Paseo de la Virgen del Puerto Puerta del Angel, Madrid Spain
O our way back along the river towards the Casa de Campo parkland the oldest bridge crossing river Manzanares shows up. From there, we son enter the biggest public parkland called Casa de Campo, a former hunting ground of the Spanish kings.
Stop At: Lago Casa de Campo, Casa de Campo, Madrid Spain
Once we have entered the park, we are cycling to the lake (lago in Spanish) where clients can take photos of the cityline.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Ermita De San Antonio De La Florida, Glorieta de San Antonio de La Florida 4, 28008 Madrid Spain
On our way back we stop at the chapel of Sait Anton where the Spnish painter Goya is burried. He also painted in 1798 the ceiling of the chapel in less than 5 months, a real treasure.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Templo de Debod, Calle Ferraz 1, 28008 Madrid Spain
From the chapel of San Antonio we cycle the last strech uphill through the West park gently climbing back to the Egyptian Templo de Debod taking some pictures.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Bravo Bike - Fat Tire Tours Bike Tour Network, C. de Juan Álvarez Mendizábal, 19, Moncloa - Aravaca, 28008 Madrid, Spain
End of the cycle tour at our premises.
Duration: 10 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"Children must be accompanied by an adult"
"Infant seats are available by request if advised at time of booking (limited availability)"
"Operated by a multi-lingual guide"
"Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately"
"Helmets optional, obligatory for children up to 16 years"
"Items of value and luggage may be stored safely at supplier's premises"
"Test ride and safety briefing ahead of the tour"
"This is a 3 hour uninterrupted bicycling tour. Pause for refreshments is optional"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Hora de Inicio:
10:30 AM
Duración: 3 Hours 15 Minutes
Lugar de comienzo: Bravo Bike - Fat Tire Tours Bike Tour Network, C. de Juan Álvarez Mendizábal, 19, Moncloa - Aravaca, 28008 Madrid, Spain
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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