If you are looking for a quality plan for the autumn weekends, express trips are always a resounding yes. Especially if they are close by, like the most beautiful villages in Segovia or the town with the best castle in Madrid. Another perfect proposal is this rural municipality surrounded by calm, nature and sunsets of movie
It is called Horcajuelo de la Sierra and is located in the Sierra Norte de Madrid, 90 kilometers from the capital. It seems unbelievable that such a haven of calm, nature and silence is only an hour and a half from the hustle and bustle of the city. But it is real and it is going to be the getaway near Madrid full of relaxation that you need for the weekend.
This little town is surrounded by green mountains, nature and trees that at some times of the year are dyed in very romantic and beautiful lilac tones. It is located at the top of the Sierra Norte, so the views from Horcajuelo de la Sierra are simply spectacular and has one of the best sunsets in the world.
In Horcacuelo de la Sierra we can visit the Gothic church of San Nicolás de Bari, the forge and the area’s Ethnological Museum, perfect for lovers of traditions and curiosities. Its setting is idyllic like few others, near Buitrago de Lozoya and surrounded by streams, rivers and lakes.
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