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There is a bar and a fountain at the edge of town

They say (I don't know how true this is) that Philip II used to watch the progress of the construction of the colossal monastery from this very spot during his hunting trips, which he was very fond of. Whether true or not, it makes for a beautiful viewpoint, especially in autumn.

Magnificent path along cattle trails and beautiful scenery around Madrid.

Paths and cattle trails very suitable for bike rides.

The Chair of Philip II is a famous granite viewpoint in San Lorenzo de El Escorial, near Madrid. Legend has it that King Philip II used it to view the construction of the Monastery of El Escorial. However, experts believe it was actually an ancient Celtic altar, possibly used for rituals. Today, it's a popular hiking spot with stunning views of the monastery and its surroundings.

The Monastery of El Escorial was built by King Philip II in the 16th century to commemorate a military victory and serve as a royal pantheon for the Habsburg dynasty. Designed by architects Juan Bautista de Toledo and Juan de Herrera, it is characterized by its sober, Renaissance style. Today it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Place to rest and refill your water bottle at the fountain.

The Church of San Bartolomé, better known as the Hermitage of El Cerrillo, was built in 1447. Its construction was financed through a donation of 1,000 maravedis from the Marquis of Santillana. Due to its poor condition in the late 17th and early 18th centuries, it was rebuilt with granite stone. The final necessary renovation was carried out in the 20th century. Currently, the Galapagar pilgrimage is celebrated on the second Sunday in May in honor of Our Lady of the Forsaken.