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Sunset

Golden Hour at the Egyptian Temple

Catch the late afternoon light as it hits the ancient stones, then wind down with a sweet treat.

Best time: sunsetAbout 105 min

Timeline

  1. 18:19

    MAD MAD Vegan

    Grab a bite at MAD MAD Vegan. Their menu is in English and the craft beers pair well with the relaxed vibe. It opens at 13:00, so you have plenty of time before the rush.

  2. 18:49

    Templo de Debod

    Walk west to the Templo de Debod. Arrive with forty-five minutes to spare. This Egyptian temple sits in a beautiful park and offers a quiet, historic atmosphere before the evening crowds arrive.

  3. 19:34

    Templo de Debod

    Watch the sun set toward the west. The golden light reflects off the temple and the surrounding park, creating a serene backdrop for the end of the day.

  4. 20:19

    Chocolatería San Ginés

    End the evening with chocolate con churros at Chocolatería San Ginés. It is open 24 hours a day, making it a reliable spot to refuel after your walk.

Local tip

The walk from MAD MAD Vegan to the temple takes about 24 minutes. The park around the temple is peaceful in the late afternoon.

Check before you go

  • MAD MAD Vegan is open from 13:00 to 24:00 daily.
  • Chocolatería San Ginés is open 24/7.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Madrid (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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