Spain • Community of Madrid
ID: 2177
Located southeast of Madrid, just 40 kilometers from the capital, this spot is a must visit. Plaza Mayor and the Ulpiano Checa Museum itself make the trip worthwhile, but views from the spot and local rich gastronomy makes it even better.
Amazing views
City access
Free
Monument
Playground
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Colmenar de Oreja
Wine culture and olives
As a town with a wine tradition, Colmenar de Oreja history is linked to the cultivation of vineyards, wineries and the production of whites, rosés, reds and sparkling wines. Colmenar de Oreja has 9 wineries with designation of origin, 4 of which are part of the Wine Route organized by the Community of Madrid. Some have centuries-old underground caves and traditional clay jars made localy.
Colmenar de Oreja
City access – few minutes by foot
At Plaza Mayor, the heart of the town, time seems to have stopped
Plaza mayor is one of the most beautiful main squares in the Community of Madrid. In fact, it has been declared an Asset of Cultural Interest (BIC) in the category of Historic Complex. You may find there many restaurants and cafes with local dishes such as patatas chulas (cold potatoes – candied in olive oil and seasoned with garlic, parsley and a little vinegar), and the pozas (a kind of candeal bread sandwich in which the crumb is substituted by a mince of onion, tomato and marinade).
Colmenar de Oreja – Plaza Mayor
Views and tranquility
Unwind and enjoy either directly from your camper, or from many viewpoints around the town.
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Temperature today
20 °C
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68 °F
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