Madrid
Colombia · Departamento de CundinamarcaCO
Municipality in Cundinamarca, Colombia
Madrid is a municipality located in the Cundinamarca Department, Colombia, within the Western Savanna Province. As of 2024, it has an estimated population of approximately 140,000 residents, making it one of the most populous municipalities in the region and the country. The municipality spans an area of 120.5 square kilometers and is situated at an altitude of 2,554 meters above sea level. Located 21 kilometers west of Bogotá, Madrid is closely connected to the Colombian capital, both functionally and spatially, as part of its broader metropolitan area.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 112,254
- Coordinates
- 4.732, -74.264
- Timezone
- America/Bogota
- Elevation
- 2554 m
Overview of Madrid
Set in Departamento de Cundinamarca, Colombia, Madrid is a medium-sized town. It counts about 112,254 residents. And it shows in how much there is to see. Plan around water sports, adventure and culture and you will not run out of ideas. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere. You are about 2,554 metres up.
Things to do in Madrid
Water Sports in Madrid
(2)Our data lists Bodyboard and Surf as water sports options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Madrid.
Adventure in Madrid
(1)For adventure, expect Shooting Ranges. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Madrid.
Culture in Madrid
(1)For culture, expect Mosques. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Madrid.
Sports in Madrid
(1)On the sports side, Madrid offers Tennis. It is a direct read of Madrid's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Madrid
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
Getting there & around
A medium-sized centre, Madrid is best entered by regional transport and crossed on foot. Set your clock to America/Bogota on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Madrid that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Madrid known for?
- Travellers associate Madrid with water sports, adventure and culture. It sits in Departamento de Cundinamarca, Colombia and counts about 112,254 residents.
- What can you do in Madrid?
- Madrid is tagged with Bodyboard, Surf, Shooting Ranges, Mosques and Tennis, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Madrid?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
- Where is Madrid located?
- Madrid belongs to Departamento de Cundinamarca, Colombia, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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