Royal Palace of Aranjuez – Fountain of Hercules and Antaeus loop from Aranjuez

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Royal Palace of Aranjuez – Fountain of Hercules and Antaeus loop from Aranjuez

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Royal Palace of Aranjuez – Fountain of Hercules and Antaeus loop from Aranjuez

02:42

10.5km

40m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 28, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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762 m

La Ribereña

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Restaurant founded in 1920, this restaurant offers traditional cuisine next to the Royal Palace of Aranjuez.

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1.09 km

Royal Palace of Aranjuez

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Located on the banks of the Tagus River, the Royal Palace of Aranjuez is one of the residences of the Spanish royal family. This monumental palace was built in the …

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1.96 km

Fuente de Baco

Lake

3.06 km

Fountain of Ceres

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Goddess of the harvest and fertility, Ceres (from the Greek Demeter*) helps mortals cultivate the land, yoke animals, plow the soil, sow, and any other aspect that promotes agriculture.

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3.16 km

Fountain of Hercules and Antaeus

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Built by order of Fernando VII during the first Bourbon restoration (between 1808 and 1837) alluding to the mythical Twelve Labors of Hercules. The commission was made to the architect …

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6.14 km

Path Along the Tagus River in Jardín del Príncipe

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As it passes through Aranjuez, the River Tagus runs through the Jardín del Príncipe. This is an ideal place to walk along the banks of the river and enjoy a haven of nature in the middle of the city.

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7.72 km

Apollo's Fountain

Highlight • Monument

7.87 km

Chinescos Pond

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You can find this place in the middle area of the Prince's Gardens, accessing through the Puerta de la Plaza Redonda.
It is an artificial lake with three islets where …

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9.32 km

Royal Palace of Aranjuez

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One of the Royal Sites of the Spanish monarchy since Philip II named it in 1560, it has also had the title of Villa since 1899. Therefore, it is known …

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10.5 km

End point

Train Station

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