Sunset And Night Lights E-Bike

Overview

This two-hour electric bike ride from Wonder Tours Spain follows the sun down across central Madrid, then lets the city lights take over. You meet on Calle de Santiago and roll straight into the old streets, with stops at Plaza Mayor, Plaza de la Villa and Plaza de Oriente while there is still daylight. The guide shifts the exact stops around depending on when the sun sets.

As the light drops, the ride continues to the Almudena Cathedral and the Royal Palace, which sits on the site of a 9th-century Muslim fortress. From there it is an easy pedal to the Temple of Debod, a genuine Egyptian temple gifted to Madrid, where the sunset reflects in the surrounding lake. Plaza de España and the illuminated Plaza de la Ópera close out the loop before you return to the start point as night falls.

It suits travellers who want a bit of history and legend from a guide without a long walking day. Guides run the tour in Spanish or English, with other languages possible on request.

Itinerary

1. Meet on Calle de SantiagoThe tour starts at Calle de Santiago 18. Bikes, helmets, locks and raincoats if needed are provided here.
2. Ride the old-centre plazasThe guide leads through the narrow streets to Plaza Mayor, Plaza de la Villa and Plaza de Oriente while daylight remains.
3. Almudena CathedralA stop at the cathedral facade as the sun begins to go down.
4. Royal PalaceThe official residence of the Spanish Royal Family, built on top of a 9th-century Muslim fortress.
5. Temple of DebodAn easy ride to the Egyptian temple given to Madrid, with time to relax as sunset light reflects on the lake around it.
6. Plaza de EspañaSee the statue of Miguel de Cervantes and the Art Nouveau House of Gallardo.
7. Plaza de la Ópera and returnAdmire the lit-up square, then ride back to Calle de Santiago as night sets in.

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