Vuelta a la Casa de Campo 2026

The Vuelta a la Casa de Campo is a Madrid race series held within Casa de Campo, the large park considered the city’s primary green space. It features a longer loop of approximately 16.5 to 17 km, typically named the Vuelta a la Casa de Campo, and a 5 km Carrera Mini for those preferring a shorter run. The event began in 2009 when a group of runners sought to honor the location where they trained, giving it a foundation in local running culture rather than a focus on a tourist attraction. The course crosses a park with a significant history predating its public use. Casa de Campo was established by Felipe II in the 16th century as a hunting estate. Fernando VI designated it a Royal Forest, and subsequent monarchs utilized portions for farming and raising livestock. Before Madrid acquired it for public enjoyment in 1931, the estate managed its own affairs, housed workers within its boundaries, and generated revenue from products like ice, snow, resin, milk, cheese, and butter. Participants run through an area that retains historic structures, remnants of Civil War fortifications, and old royal features, while the contemporary race includes practical elements such as event photos and a unique race shirt.