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It's 70 kilometres north of Madrid, the capital of Spain.
Make the short trip out to Torrecaballeros, 30 kilometres to the west. After you arrive, you should head straight for La Granja.
Escape on a trip to some nearby natural beauty spots. 35 kilometres out of Braojos, Penalara Mountain is all yours to discover. Haydo Tetera Negro Visitor Center, 35 kilometres away, is another excellent spot to kick back and unwind.
Skiers flock to Braojos, as it gives access to Puerto de Navacerrada Ski Resort and Madrid SnowZone. Just remember to bring your thermals! These trails can get very icy indeed.
If you're looking to do some exploring, add a trip to Gascones to your itinerary. This locality is 3 kilometres to the south and is home to the Picasso Museum and the Buitrago City Walls. After more ideas? La Acebeda is 4 kilometres to the northeast of Braojos and is known for Parque Recreativo El Bardal and Cueva de los Enebralejos.
Planning to head to La Lastrilla? This place is 40 kilometres to the west. If you're setting up base here, get a map and circle Plaza Mayor, the Segovia Aqueduct and Alcazar of Segovia. Also consider taking a peek at Segovia Cathedral and Monasterio del Parral.
Your eyes shouldn't get to have all the fun while you're in Sierra de Guadarrama. Give your taste buds a little loving too by sampling some of the local food and drink. After all, you haven't truly experienced a destination until you've tasted its flavours.
An essential ingredient in the food here is garlic. Another is beef. Give them a try if you're not already a fan.
Looking for a traditional Braojos dining experience? There are some signature dishes to watch out for, such as besugo al horno (baked red bream) and callos a la madrilena (madrid tripe).
Calories don't count when you're travelling, right? So it's an excellent excuse to treat your sweet tooth to some natillas madrilenas (madrid style custard), a much-loved dessert.
You're heading all the way to the Sierra de Guadarrama region, so why not put in a little extra effort to memorise a few words in the local language? It will make your whole trip that little bit sweeter. Try to pronounce '¡Feliz cumpleaños!'. It means 'happy birthday'. Another one to add to the memory bank is 'Bien gracias, ¿y tú?', meaning 'fine thanks, and you?'.
Celebrated throughout the country, National Day is held each year on the 12th of October. If you're going to be here during this important day, it'll be difficult not to get swept up in all the action!
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Seemingly endless security checkpoints, delayed flights and lost baggage. Airports can be very stressful places. Give yourself a bit of extra time to find Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). Located 65 kilometres to the south, it's the closest terminal.
The Las Posadas del Nogal and Las Posadas del Arroyo are worth looking into. If you like what you see, you better book in fast! These digs are prized for their relaxing rooms and welcoming staff.
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