One of the quintessential July getaways -and a possible destination to take your date to according to Inma Benedito aka Too Match, our trusted dating expert- is undoubtedly Brihuega, and more specifically its lavender fields. The floral stamp in purple tones that gives every summer attracts visitors from different places and getting there from Madrid is easier and more accessible with the Lavender Train.
This is one of the thematic trains that Renfe launches to go and return from Madrid to Guadalajara to witness this natural phenomenon as spectacular as ephemeral.
The departure dates this year will be July 3 and 10 from the stations of Atocha Cercanías (9:42 am) and Madrid Chamartín – Clara Campoamor (9:58 am) with arrival in Guadalajara at 10:35 am.
What does the trip include?
The Lavender Train trip not only includes the round trip on the day, but also guided tours. The first of these is a tour of the town of Brihuega itself, after which free time will be offered to go for lunch (which is at the expense of each unx).
Afterwards, a visit to the Jardín de la Alcarría essential oil distillery is offered, where you can learn about the manufacturing process. The day ends with a visit to the lavender fields at the height of their flowering period.
Prices of the Lavender Train
Tickets can be purchased on the Renfe website and prices are as follows:
- Adults, round trip: 50€.
- Children (under 14 years old), round trip: 20€.
- Children (under 4 years old and not occupying a seat): free of charge.
How to get to Brihuega from Madrid by car?
In case you want to see the lavender fields in bloom but you run out of tickets to go on the train, you can still choose to approach by car: the distance between the capital and the town of Guadalajara is just over 90 kilometers (1 hour and a quarter drive).
The itinerary you should follow, recommended by the Brihuega Town Hall itself, is as follows:
- Take the A-2 towards N-II/Barcelona.
- Take exit 73 towards Torija/Brihuega/Torre del Burgo 0,2 km
- Continue straight on for 39 m
- Turn left onto CM-2011 (signs for A-2/Zaragoza/E-90/Guadalajara/Madrid/Torre del Burgo) 18 m
- Turn right onto CM-2011
- Pass 3 traffic circles 14.8 km
If you find it more convenient, you can consult the route on Google Maps.
The Lavender Festival 2025
As usual, taking advantage of the idyllic image of the fields at this time of year, Brihuega will celebrate from July 11 to 19 a new edition of its festival in which Los Secretos, Beret, Iván Ferreiro and El Arrebato will play. You can find more information in this link.
Getaways near Madrid for this summer
The summer season is perfect for touring the villages of the region from end to end and also take the opportunity to know some of the most curious festivals of the Community of Madrid.