
Madrid – Visual impressions of a fascinating city
Travel period: June 02nd – 07.06th2025 On our way from Guatemala to Germany, Madrid was originally just planned as a stopover. A week to soak up the city atmosphere – nothing more. But after just a few hours, it was clear: this city had us hooked. Clean, friendly, elegant, and full of energy – Madrid captivated us with its blend of magnificent architecture, vibrant squares, and relaxed atmosphere...

Madrid: Santa Iglesia Metropolitan Cathedral of Santa Maria la Real de la Almudena
A Roman Catholic cathedral with architectural surprises... June 2025 As early as the 16th century, there were plans to build a church on this site, but it wasn't until 1883 that King Alfonso III commissioned the construction and laid the foundation stone. Construction continued well into the 20th century. Inheritance disputes and the civil war repeatedly brought the construction project to a halt and led to numerous...

The Royal Palace – Palacio Real de Madrid
Visiting King Felipe VI... 05.06.2025 In Madrid, located in the region of Castile, the Royal Palace of Madrid, one of the largest palaces in Europe, stands on the banks of the Manzanares River. Built in the 18th century in the Baroque style after the old Alcázar was destroyed by fire, it no longer serves as a permanent residence, but...