Parque de El Retiro

40.41526 , -3.68450

Spain

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The introductory text should contain general information about the site, which may include for instance:
• geographic/ biogeographic location
• habitat and vegetation
• typical bird species/bird communities
• protection status
• land use and history
• importance for birdwatching

Coordinates were set by Jose Martin : 40.4153/-3.6845 (2023-12-03 10:49:58 )

Site name was set by Jose Martin as "Parque De El Retiro" (2023-12-03 10:49:58 )

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  • Top species

List up to ca. 25 species that:
• have a limited distribution range and/or are rare on a global level
• are most sought-after by birdwatchers at this site
• and are relatively easy to see at this site (year-round or seasonally)

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  • Timing and strategy

In the winter you may find gulls mostly in the main lake.

Spring is a good time as the birds are breeding in the park.

Give recommendations for making your visit as productive as possible.
This may include for instance:
• best season
• best time of the day
• how much time to spend at the site
• best means of locomotion within the site
• recommended routes / areas within the site
• guiding

Edited by Jose Martin on 2023-12-03 10:53
In the winter you may find gulls mostly in the main lake. Spring is a good time as the birds are breeding in the park.
  • How to get there

Very easy access by public transport (bus, underground, taxi...) or even walking as it is in the center of Madrid.

It is very difficult to find a place to park a car in the street in the area and you will need to pay for it.

Explain from where and how to get to this site with private and public transport.

Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2025-11-05 12:40
Very easy access by public transport (bus, underground ,taxi,...underground, taxi...) or even walking as it is in the center of Madrid. It is very difficult to find a place to park a car in the street in the area and you will need to pay for it. it.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2025-09-13 09:35
Very easy access by public trasnport transport (bus, underground ,taxi,...) or even walking as it is in the center of Madrid. It is very difficult to find a place to park a car in the street in the area and you should pay will need to pay for it.
Edited by Jose Martin on 2023-12-03 10:56
Public transport Very easy access by public trasnport (bus, underground ,taxi,...) or even walking as it is in the best option. center of Madrid. It is very difficult to find a place in the street to park a car in the street in the area and you shouid should pay for it.
Edited by Jose Martin on 2023-12-03 10:54
Public transport is the best option. It is very difficult to find a place in the street to park a car in the area and you shouid pay for it.

Very easy access by bus, underground, taxi... or even walking as it is in the center of Madrid.

Free entrance.

Closed at night.

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• entry points
• entry permits / entry tickets and fees
• opening hours / opening season
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Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2025-09-13 09:36
Very easy access by bus, underground,taxi,...underground, taxi... or even walking as it is in the center of Madrid. Free entrance entrance. Closed at nightnight.
Edited by Jose Martin on 2023-12-03 10:51
Very easy access by bus, underground,taxi,... or even walking as it is in the center of Madrid. Free entrance Closed at night
  • Other attractions

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• wildlife (apart from birds)
• sights (natural, cultural, archaeological, etc.)
• activities (e.g. for non-birding companions)

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Information centers available

Restaurants and bars in the park

Toilets available

Accommodation in many nearby hotels

No hides or watchtowers in the park

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or near this site, including:
• information centers / information points
• catering
• accommodation
• hides and watchtowers
• restrooms / toilets

Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2025-11-05 12:40
Information centers available Restaurants and bars in the park Toilets available Acommodation Accommodation in many nearby hotels No hides or watchtowers im the in the park
Edited by Jose Martin on 2023-12-03 10:58
Information centers available Restaurants and bars in the park Toilets available Acommodation in many nearby hotels No hides or watchtowers im the park

Are there any security issues or other annoyances at this site? For
instance, these may include:
• offenses like robbery or theft
• natural hazards
• dangerous or annoying animals or plants (mosquitoes, leaches, thorn bushes, etc.)
• noise pollution

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