San Sebastián de los Reyes, Municipality in Community of Madrid, Spain
Description
San Sebastián de los Reyes is a town in the Community of Madrid, covering around 60 square kilometers and located about 20 kilometers north of the capital. The terrain sits at an elevation of about 700 meters and blends urban areas with open spaces on the edge of the metropolitan region.
History
The town emerged in 1492 as a small settlement and grew over five centuries into a major center within the Madrid metropolitan area. This growth happened alongside the expansion of the capital toward the north.
Culture
The town keeps close ties with Baunatal in Germany through a partnership created in 1990, which enables regular cultural meetings between both places. This connection shows itself through various shared projects and exchange programs that enrich local life.
Practical
The railway station, operated jointly with Alcobendas, offers direct connections to Madrid and makes arriving from the capital easier. Several bus lines link different neighborhoods and allow movement within the metropolitan area.
Did you know?
The Jarama racing circuit on the town grounds hosted Formula One races and motorcycle championships from the 1960s through the 1980s. This track attracted international drivers and spectators and shaped the sporting profile of the area.
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Castillo de Viñuelas
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Desert City
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Centro de Arte Alcobendas
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Luis Vallejo Bonsai Museum
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San Sebastián de los Reyes bullring
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Church of San Pedro Apóstol, Alcobendas
841 m
Menina de Alcobendas
1.5 km
Church of San Manuel González
2.4 km
Town hall of San Sebastián de los Reyes
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7.3 kmClub de Golf La Moraleja
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972 mPierre de Coubertin
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