Dehesa de la Villa is a significant natural area located in the northwest of Madrid, offering a natural escape within the city. This region is characterized by its extensive forested areas, primarily featuring stone pine and black pine trees, alongside diverse landscapes including hills and varied terrain. It provides an ideal setting for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more, with well-maintained paths and natural features. The park occupies a promontory on the left bank…
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33.5km
03:10
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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83.5km
06:25
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:45
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:38
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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88.8km
04:13
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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01:12
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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01:30
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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9.81km
01:08
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.04km
01:02
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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50.1km
02:59
300m
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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66.7km
04:26
640m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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71.5km
04:35
680m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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35.3km
01:53
290m
290m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Dehesa de la Villa offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Hiking. The park features diverse landscapes with forested areas and varied terrain suitable for recreation. More than 191,000 visitors have shared their experiences on komoot.
Dehesa de la Villa is a popular destination, with more than 191,000 visitors sharing their experiences on komoot. The routes in the area have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars, indicating high satisfaction among users.
Dehesa de la Villa provides opportunities for road cycling. A former road through the park, now closed to traffic, has been converted into a bike lane. Cyclists can find more information in guides such as Road Cycling Routes around Dehesa de la Villa.
The park offers varied terrain for cycling, including dirt paths and some paved sections. It features a 0.9-mile (1.5-kilometer) climb with an average gradient of 4.1%, appealing to cyclists seeking challenges. The landscape includes hills and forested areas.
Dehesa de la Villa features a network of dirt paths and hilly landscapes suitable for mountain biking. A bike park (Bikepark La Dehesa) is located near Ciudad Universitaria. Specific routes can be explored through the MTB Trails around Dehesa de la Villa guide.
Dehesa de la Villa is well-regarded for running, offering miles of primarily forested dirt paths. A dedicated running circuit is approximately 2.14 miles (3,450 meters) for a round trip and includes exercise stations. More details are available in the Running Trails around Dehesa de la Villa guide.
Dehesa de la Villa offers paths and varied terrain suitable for different skill levels, including options for family-friendly activities. The park's extensive forested areas provide shade and a pleasant environment. Family-friendly hikes are detailed in the Family-friendly hikes around Dehesa de la Villa guide.
The park is characterized by stone pine and black pine trees, along with almond, acacia, poplar, ash, and elm trees. Shrubs like rockrose, broom, rosemary, and blackberry also thrive. Dehesa de la Villa is also a habitat for over 70 species of birds.
Dehesa de la Villa occupies a promontory on the left bank of the Manzanares River. Some areas within the park offer impressive views of Madrid and the Sierra de Guadarrama mountains.
Dehesa de la Villa is located in the northwest of Madrid near Ciudad Universitaria, making it accessible via public transport options within the city. Specific bus or metro lines serving the park's entrances can be found through Madrid's public transport information.
Official information about Dehesa de la Villa is available on the Madrid City Council's tourism page. The official website is madrid.es. For general inquiries, the Madrid City Council's information line 010 (or 914 800 010 from outside Madrid) can be used.
Komoot offers several guides for Dehesa de la Villa, covering various activities. These include Road Cycling Routes, MTB Trails, Running Trails, and Hiking around Dehesa de la Villa. There are also guides for traffic-free bike rides and family-friendly hikes.

