The best reservoirs in Madrid

For nature lovers: The best reservoirs in the Sierra de MadridDo
you like to enjoy nature? Are you one of those looking for routes through the Sierra to do the weekend? Do you love to eat outdoors watching a swamp or reservoir? In Buscatea we also love this type of plans so we tell you which are the best reservoirs in the mountains of Madrid to spend a family day.

1. Navacerrada Reservoir

If you want to observe spectacular views without a doubt, the Navacerrada reservoir located in the same town of its own name, is the ideal alternative. It is located just 40 minutes by car from the capital of Madrid.

You can also go with your family or friends and spread the tablecloth somewhere in the sand and enjoy a nice picnic or snack with these incredible views. And if what you are passionate about is photography, thanks to its millions of hidden corners you can take the best snapshots of one of the most beautiful reservoirs in the Community of Madrid.

2. Atazar Reservoir

The Atazar reservoir is located in the Sierra Norte of the Spanish capital and is the largest reservoir in the Community of Madrid. There are many who come during the year to spend the day at this reservoir that is 65 kilometers from the capital. In addition to enjoying its wonderful views you can also practice sports such as rowing, canoeing or fishing. And if, on the other hand, you like to step on the terrain, you can also take a horse or choose one of the routes proposed by the municipality to do a little hiking.

3. Santillana Reservoir

The Santillana reservoir, also known as the Manzanares el Real reservoir, is located in the northwest of the Community of Madrid, in the municipalities of Manzanares el Real and Soto del Real, next to the Sierra de Guadarrama.

It is the ideal reservoir to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of the city, it is also natural heritage for its old dam, so there are many curious people who come to the place and take the opportunity to see the town and spend a quiet day surrounded by its abundant vegetation of holm oaks.

4. Pedrezuela Reservoir

This reservoir is known only for its incredible sunsets and many come to spend the afternoon and contemplate that sunset that leaves no one indifferent in the town. Photography lovers say that this reservoir is one of the best in the Community of Madrid to take snapshots of the landscape itself or your friends or acquaintances.
From Buscatea we recommend without thinking that at least once in your life you should visit this incredible reservoir. Are you going to let them tell you or better tell you?

5. Pardo Reservoir

And if, on the other hand, you do not want to go so far from the capital of Madrid, in the Pardo park you can also enjoy a good reservoir. In it you will also see a multitude of birds such as storks.
Whatever your choice, if you are a nature lover you can not miss one of these reservoirs located in the Community of Madrid. Photography, nature, rural tourism, gastronomy? Whatever you are looking for, in Buscatea you will find it.