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Madrid Río: impressive park in Madrid, built on a highway

When people ask what our favourite place in Madrid is, one of the first things mentioned will always be Madrid Río. Because this park is truly impressive, and with its 150 hectares in size, really offers a relaxed and tranquil place, so close to the city. There are natural areas, people are skating, families with children are sunbathing while the children play in the fountains, etc. It’s located on the side of the Manzanares river, which on itself is not that interesting, but the park definitely is. If you just have time for one park, make it Madrid Río.

Because even more than a park, this is a wonderful symbol of urban development. Madrid Río is built on a highway, which if you didn’t knew it’s there, wouldn’t even realize. Hundreds of cars pass underneath you, while people have the tranquility, clean air (9 air-filters were installed), and the greenery. In more and more European cities (see Maastricht, Antwerp, …) people are asking to put a roof on the highways that run through the city. A matter of sustainability, of well-being for people, and incredible chances for urban development. Madrid is a great example, this project has been worth every cent that was invested in it.

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