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INTRODUCTION
Distance: 6.18 kilometers
Technical difficulty: Moderate
Route type: Circular
Time: 1 hour 7 minutes
A circular route that begins and ends at the Menina sculpture. Culture and art alternate on this route through the parks of Alcobendas, with points of interest for the little ones.
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1. Sculpture of the Menina
A sculpture by Manolo Valdés, which offers a new, contemporary and relaxed take on Velázquez's menina.
2. MUNCYT - National Museum of Science and Technology
The National Museum of Science and Technology (MUNCYT) is a project that combines a collection of museums with the dissemination of science and technology. It offers an interesting range of activities.
3. Andalusia Park Waterfall
Bordering the MUNCYT along Pintor Murillo Street, we enter the Parque de Andalucía, a place for strolling and leisure for the whole family, with a duck pond, two swing areas, and a dog run.
4. Streaker Flat. Sculpture
We skirt Castilla La Mancha Park parallel to Pintor Murillo Street, turn left, and pass under a large bridge that connects to Andalucía Park. As we walk, we come across a stainless steel sculpture called Flat.
5. Braga Circle. Sculpture
By Richard Long, who uses the landscape and the most basic natural materials such as stone, mud, grass, seaweed...
6. Untitled Sculpture
By Rui Sanches.
7. The Atomic Anthill Children's Play Area
We leave Andalusia Park by crossing Huelva Street and entering Castilla la Mancha Park. We arrive at Avenida del Doctor Severo Ochoa, where it intersects with Ramón y Cajal Street. Our walk continues along this street until reaching Camilo José Cela Avenue. We cross to find Hormiguero Park. Inside this unique theme park, children can have fun like never before thanks to a large space where they can slide down, climb, or walk through tunnels like an ant. This large park also offers swings, fountains for children, and areas for people with disabilities. It has a 1,400-meter-long bicycle lane and a jogging circle. The park also has exercise areas, especially for older adults, who can enjoy the outdoors and activities just like children.
8. The Heart of the Trees Sculpture
Following the bike path we reach Paseo de la Chopera, we cross it and continue until we reach Calle del Marqués de la Valdavia, we cross it to enter Fuentelucha Park, on our route we will arrive at the sculpture The Heart of the Trees by Jaime Plensa.
9. Children's Park "Western Village"
With sets simulating the saloon, the Sheriff's office, the jail... In the center of the park, a large wooden tower simulates the fort from which two slides descend.
10. Train Roundabout
Diesel locomotive built in 1965 in Barcelona. It is a shunting locomotive, with a power of 350 horsepower and three axles, two of them driving. It develops a maximum speed of 45 kilometers per hour.
11. Pavilion of Dreams
We continue our route along Avenida de Camilo José Cela until we reach the intersection with Paseo de la Chopera. We continue along Paseo de la Chopera, passing the Pavilion of Dreams on the right, a magical place for the handball community and the site of a successful local youth academy.
12. Parish of San Lesmes
The Parish of San Lesmes Abad is an emblematic place of worship and tradition. It stands out for its welcoming church that captivates both parishioners and visitors.
13. Victims of Terrorism Park
The Victims of Terrorism Park is a tribute to Miguel Ángel Blanco and all the victims of terrorism. We continue until we reach the end of this route at the Glorieta de la Menina.
