Madrid has more green space per capita than almost any other European capital — a legacy of Bourbon kings who landscaped royal estates for their own pleasure and later handed them to the public. The famous Retiro Park in the city center is just the beginning: Madrid has massive urban forests, riverside linear parks, 18th-century formal gardens, Romantic English-style estates with labyrinths, and the sprawling Sierra de Guadarrama National Park within day-trip reach to the north. Whatever kind of outdoor experience you’re after — a picnic, a 10K run, a rose garden photoshoot, a family row-boat outing, or serious mountain hiking — Madrid delivers.
This guide maps Madrid’s parks and outdoor offerings by size, personality, and purpose. We cover the essential city parks, the lesser-known gems locals prefer, Madrid’s excellent cycling and running infrastructure, seasonal highlights (cherry blossoms, almond trees, jacarandas), and the outdoor day-trip destinations you can reach by public transport. If you want a green break between museums or an all-day outdoor adventure, start here.
Quick Summary: Which Madrid Park Should You Visit?
- First-time visitor, short on time: Parque del Retiro — central, iconic, beautiful in every season.
- Family with young kids: Madrid Río (long path, splash pads, playgrounds) or Retiro (boats, marionettes).
- Want to escape the tourists: Parque del Capricho (hidden 18th-century romantic garden in Alameda de Osuna).
- Outdoor sports and fitness: Madrid Río (30 km of cycle paths) or Casa de Campo (cycling on its roads and broad dirt tracks).
- Picnic with a view: Parque del Oeste or Templo de Debod overlook.
- Botanical enthusiasts: Real Jardín Botánico or Retiro’s rose garden.
- Romantic walk: Jardines de Sabatini or Parque Quinta de los Molinos in almond-blossom season.
- Day hike or mountain air: Sierra de Guadarrama National Park.
Parque del Retiro — Madrid’s Central Park
Retiro Park (officially Parque del Buen Retiro) is Madrid’s answer to Central Park or Hyde Park: 125 hectares of tree-lined avenues, ornamental lakes, formal gardens, hidden statues, and 19th-century pavilions just steps from the Prado Museum. Originally the private pleasure garden of the Habsburg and Bourbon monarchs, Retiro was opened to the public in 1868 and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list in 2021 as part of the “Paseo del Prado and Buen Retiro” cultural landscape.
The Must-See Spots in Retiro
- Estanque (Great Pond): The 19th-century rectangular lake with its Alfonso XII monument — Retiro’s most photographed spot. A rowboat for up to 4 people costs €6 per 45 minutes Monday–Friday and €8 on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. Open daily, but the boat concession has seasonal hours.
- Palacio de Cristal (Crystal Palace): A glass-and-iron pavilion built for the 1887 Philippines Exposition. It is temporarily closed for architectural improvements, with no reopening date, so you can’t go inside for now, but the Reina Sofía’s art installation outside it can still be seen. Even from the outside, it is easily Madrid’s most Instagrammable single building.
- Palacio de Velázquez: Similarly a 19th-century exhibition pavilion (1883) — also hosts Reina Sofía exhibitions.
- Rosaleda (rose garden): Peak bloom is mid-May through early June. Over 4,000 roses of more than 100 varieties, arranged in formal parterres.
- Jardín de Cecilio Rodríguez: A small enclosed garden of Andalusian inspiration with cypresses, fountains, and resident peacocks.
- Jardines del Buen Retiro (Parterre): 17th-century French-style formal gardens with hedge mazes and the fabled “ahuehuete” cypress — traditionally said to have stood here since around 1630, and one of the oldest trees in Madrid.
- Bosque del Recuerdo: A living memorial to the victims of the March 11, 2004 Madrid train bombings. 192 olive and cypress trees, one for each victim.
- Ángel Caído (Fallen Angel): One of the very few monuments to the devil in the world, sculpted by Ricardo Bellver in 1877. Locals note that the statue stands at an altitude of exactly 666 meters — probably coincidence.
- Puppet theater (Teatro de Títeres): Free marionette shows every weekend, popular with kids (in Spanish but easy to follow).
Retiro Practical Info
- Hours: Daily from 6am. Closes 10pm in winter, midnight in summer.
- Entry: Free.
- Metro: Retiro (Line 2) is the main gate; Ibiza (Line 9) or Atocha (Line 1) for southern entrances.
- Best time: Weekday mornings for quiet walks; Sunday afternoons for maximum street-theater energy with buskers, tango dancers, and puppeteers.
- Accessibility: Paved main paths are stroller and wheelchair friendly; some gravel side paths less so.
Madrid Río — The Linear Riverside Park
Madrid Río is the city’s big 21st-century urban project: between 2003 and 2007, Madrid buried the riverside stretch of the M-30 ring road in tunnels, and between 2007 and 2011 it built a linear park of about 121 hectares along the Manzanares River on top, opened on 15 April 2011. The result is a riverfront promenade with 33 river crossings, old and new (among them Dominique Perrault’s spectacular shell-shaped Arganzuela footbridge), 30 kilometers of cycling paths, playgrounds, skateparks, splash pads, an urban beach, and outdoor sports courts spread along its length.
Highlights of Madrid Río
- Puente de Toledo: 18th-century baroque bridge with sculptures of Saint Isidore, a charming counterpoint to the contemporary design elsewhere.
- Puente Monumental de Arganzuela: Dominique Perrault’s twisted-shell pedestrian bridge — photogenic and functional.
- Playa de Madrid Río: Seasonal splash area with geyser fountains that erupt in timed patterns; kids love it in summer.
- Matadero Madrid: A converted early-20th-century slaughterhouse complex now functioning as a huge cultural center with theaters, cinemas, galleries, and La Cantina, the Cineteca’s food venue in the old boiler building.
- Salón de Pinos: A long pine-tree allée running the length of the park — part of the park’s signature landscape design by Burgos & Garrido.
- Huerta de la Partida: A recreated 16th-century royal kitchen garden just below the Royal Palace.
Madrid Río Practical Info
- Hours: An open public park running along the river.
- Entry: Free.
- Metro: Príncipe Pío (Lines 6, 10, R), Pirámides (Line 5), or Marqués de Vadillo (Line 5) to reach different sections.
- Best way to experience it: Rent a BiciMAD e-bike and ride the length of the park beside the Manzanares at an easy pace.
Casa de Campo — Madrid’s Massive Urban Forest
Covering 1,535.52 hectares, Casa de Campo is the largest public park in Madrid. It was a royal estate from the 16th century until 1931, when, after the proclamation of the Second Republic, a decree of 20 April transferred it to Madrid City Council for the people of the city. The park is a genuine Mediterranean forest — holm oaks, pines, and cork oaks cover most of its rolling terrain — with hiking trails, cycling routes, a lake for rowing, and several major attractions inside its boundaries.
What’s Inside Casa de Campo
- Lago de Casa de Campo: A 19th-century artificial lake with rowboats for hire and several lakeside restaurants; stunning views back toward the Royal Palace.
- Teleférico (cable car): The aerial tramway from Parque del Oeste into Casa de Campo is closed for refurbishment, with reopening planned for the first quarter of 2027; check the operator’s site before you plan a ride. Once it is running again, it gives elevated views of the Royal Palace and the Manzanares valley.
- Zoo-Aquarium de Madrid: Home to giant pandas, among many other animals. Check the zoo’s calendar for opening days; general admission (ages 8–64) from €19.90 online or €29.50 at the gate, ages 3–7 from €16.90 online or €23.90 at the gate, under-3s free.
- Parque de Atracciones: Madrid’s main theme park, inside the Casa de Campo grounds. Tickets €25–35 depending on day.
- Cycling routes: Bikes are allowed on Casa de Campo’s roads and broad dirt tracks; riding on narrow trails or across country is prohibited.
- Running: The path around the lake is a loop of about 1.37 km, easy to repeat for a longer run.
Casa de Campo Practical Info
- Hours: Open to pedestrians all year round, though the access points at the Zoo, the amusement park, Paseo de Extremadura and the lake close from 1am to 6am.
- Entry: Free (attractions inside charge separately).
- Metro: Lago (Line 10) for the lake, or Casa de Campo (Lines 5, 10) for the theme park. The Teleférico, the scenic way in, is closed for refurbishment until its planned reopening in the first quarter of 2027.
- Safety note: Some outer parts of Casa de Campo are known for sex-work activity after dark; the main tourist zones around the lake are entirely fine during daylight.
Real Jardín Botánico — Madrid’s 18th-Century Botanical Garden
Next door to the Prado, this 8-hectare garden was founded by Fernando VI in 1755 as an Enlightenment-era scientific institution and moved to its present site under Carlos III in 1781. The garden is divided into terraces arranged by scientific classification, with over 5,000 plant species from around the world — particularly impressive collections of bonsai (which began with a donation from former prime minister Felipe González), roses, and tropical plants in the Graells and Santiago Castroviejo greenhouses.
- Hours: 10 am–9 pm (summer), shorter in winter. Closed December 25 and January 1.
- Entry: €4 adults, €1 for students aged 18–25 and over-65s with proof, free for under-18s and on Tuesdays 10am–1:30pm.
- Metro: Atocha or Banco de España.
- Best time: Late April through June for peak blossoming; autumn for tree color; dawn and late afternoon for photography.
Parque del Capricho — Madrid’s Hidden Romantic Garden
The Parque del Capricho (“Whim”) is Madrid’s best-kept secret and arguably its most beautiful park — and the one most tourists miss because it sits out in the far eastern Alameda de Osuna neighborhood, at El Capricho station on Metro Line 5. Laid out between 1787 and 1839 for the Dukes of Osuna, chiefly at the duchess’s initiative, it blends French, English and Italian garden styles, with a palace (announced to reopen as a cultural space from autumn 2026, so check current access before you go), fountains, a labyrinth, a Temple of Bacchus, grottos, and a small Civil War bunker used by the Republican Army of the Centre.
- Hours: Only open Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays (9am–6:30pm winter, extended hours summer).
- Entry: Free, but visitor numbers are capped.
- Metro: El Capricho (Line 5).
- Best time: Late spring (flowering) or autumn (foliage).
Parque del Oeste — Hillside Views and a Rose Bower
On the western edge of the city center, Parque del Oeste tumbles down the hillside from the Moncloa district toward the Manzanares. Highlights include the Templo de Debod (an ancient Egyptian temple donated to Spain in 1968, shipped to Madrid in 1970 and opened in 1972 — see our history and architecture guide), the Rosaleda del Oeste rose garden (with 20,000+ roses, peaking in May), and unparalleled sunset views over Casa de Campo and the Sierra de Guadarrama in the distance. The park also contains a small but lovely “Jardín de los Poetas” featuring statues of Spanish literary figures.
- Entry: Free.
- Metro: Plaza de España for the Templo de Debod; Argüelles for the central park. Check metromadrid.es for the lines and any works closures before you travel.
Quinta de los Molinos — The Almond Blossom Park
This early-20th-century private estate, now a public park, is famous for exactly one thing: its almond trees, about 1,900 of them, burst into pink and white blossom at some point between late January and March, depending on the year. During “almond blossom season,” Quinta de los Molinos is one of Madrid’s most photographed spots — thousands of locals make pilgrimages with their cameras. Outside the blossom window, it’s a quiet neighborhood park with meandering paths, a small lake, and a 1920s Modernist palace (visits by appointment).
- Hours: Daily 6:30am–10pm.
- Entry: Free.
- Metro: Suanzes (Line 5).
- Best time: Almond-blossom season, which falls anywhere from late January into March — check the park’s social feeds for real-time bloom updates.
Jardines de Sabatini and Campo del Moro — Royal Gardens
The gardens flanking the Royal Palace are free, beautiful, and often overlooked. The Jardines de Sabatini (named after the architect Sabatini), laid out in formal French neoclassical style with reflecting pool and boxwood parterres, sit on the palace’s north side. The Campo del Moro, on the western slope down to the Manzanares, is a more English-style park with curving paths, tall cedars, and a striking perspective up to the palace’s western facade. Both are free and offer some of the best Royal Palace photos you’ll get.
- Sabatini hours: Open every day. Free.
- Campo del Moro hours: These vary by season and by entrance, so check Patrimonio Nacional’s current schedule. Free.
- Metro: Ópera (Line 2, 5, R).
Parque Juan Carlos I — Modern Sculpture in Greenery
Opened in 1992, this 160-hectare park near IFEMA (the convention center) is Madrid’s modernist outdoor sculpture gallery. Nineteen monumental contemporary sculptures dot the landscape among lakes, walking paths, and formal gardens. The park is rarely crowded, has a small tourist train, hosts open-air events, and offers some of Madrid’s most interesting photography opportunities.
- Hours: Opens daily at 7am. June–September it closes at 1am; October–May it closes at 11pm Sunday–Thursday and at midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
- Entry: Free.
- Metro: Feria de Madrid (Line 8).
Other Worthwhile Parks
- Parque de Berlín (Chamartín): Small but has sections of the original Berlin Wall on display.
- Parque de la Fuente del Berro: Charming 17th-century garden with peacocks, fountains, and a Pushkin statue in the Salamanca neighborhood.
- Parque Enrique Tierno Galván: Southeast of the center, home to the Planetarium and the former IMAX cinema, closed since September 2014.
- Jardines del Descubrimiento (Plaza Colón): Small but centrally located; home to the huge Spanish flag.
- Dehesa de la Villa: Pine forest of about 64 hectares in the northwest, popular with local runners and dog-walkers.
- Parque Olavide: Tiny Chamberí neighborhood park, lovely for terrace-café sitting at surrounding bars.
Cycling in Madrid
Madrid is improving as a cycling city. Dedicated cycle paths network Madrid Río, Casa de Campo, Parque del Retiro (limited), and the “Anillo Verde Ciclista” — a 65-kilometer ring of bike paths that circles the entire city. The Anillo Verde is a full-day ride and connects most of the city’s major parks.
BiciMAD — Municipal E-Bike Sharing
Madrid’s public e-bike system lists 8,385 electric bikes and 683 stations across all 21 city districts and Pozuelo de Alarcón. Visitors register through the BiciMAD app using MPass. On the basic contract, the first 30 minutes cost €0.50 and the next 30 another €0.50, then each further 30-minute block is €3; the €10 plan lasts 30 days and covers unlimited trips of up to 30 minutes, with the next 30 minutes at €0.50 and €3 for each block after that. The e-assist makes Madrid’s hills manageable.
Rental Bike Shops
Several shops near Retiro and Madrid Río rent touring or mountain bikes by the day. Trixi Madrid and Bike Spain are reliable options, with rentals €15–25 per day including helmet and lock. Guided city cycling tours (€30–45 for 3 hours) are also plentiful.
Running Routes
- Retiro Perimeter loop (4.5 km): Flat, car-free, lots of company. The most popular central running route.
- Madrid Río (6 km one way): Flat, smooth, scenic. Turn round and run back for a longer session.
- Casa de Campo Lago loop (1.37 km): Some gentle hills, leafy cover, great for hotter days.
- Anillo Verde Ciclista (65 km full loop): Ultra-marathon territory; sections are excellent for 10K–half-marathon training.
- Dehesa de la Villa: Hilly woodland running, plus a flat 1.8 km path below the Cerro de los Locos that suits fast intervals.
Madrid hosts the Rock’n’Roll Madrid Marathon every April and the San Silvestre Vallecana 10K every December 31; both organisers publish dates and entry details on their own sites.
Outdoor Activities Beyond the Parks
Hiking: Sierra de Guadarrama National Park
North of Madrid and reachable by Cercanías train, the Sierra de Guadarrama offers serious mountain hiking. Highlights include the La Pedriza granite formations, the Cuerda Larga ridge (multi-hour ridge walking that stays above 2,100m and tops out at 2,380m on Cabeza de Hierro Mayor), the Valle de la Fuenfría, and the Siete Picos, a ridge named for its seven small granite peaks. Cercanías line C-8 runs to Cercedilla, where the C-9 normally carries on toward Cotos (replacement buses cover it while the line is closed for renovation); Manzanares el Real, the base for La Pedriza, is reached by bus 724.
Rock Climbing
La Pedriza is one of Spain’s great granite climbing areas, with thousands of bolted and traditional routes from beginner slabs to multi-pitch adventures. Madrid also has several indoor climbing gyms — Urban Monkey and Boulder Madrid — with day passes from €10–15.
Paddleboating, Rowing, and Water Sports
The Estanque in Retiro and the Lago in Casa de Campo both rent rowboats. The Centro Municipal de Piragüismo on the Manzanares offers canoe and kayak rentals and lessons. For proper open-water swimming, the Embalse de San Juan reservoir west of the city is Madrid’s “beach”, with swimming in marked areas during the bathing season and water sports on offer.
Skiing
The Puerto de Navacerrada ski station has an uncertain future: in March 2026 the Supreme Court upheld the order to dismantle its Segovia-side pistes, and no 2026–27 season has been announced, so check the station’s own channels before planning a ski day. Without a car, take the Cercanías train to Cercedilla, then Renfe’s replacement bus up to Puerto de Navacerrada while the C-9 railway is closed for renovation. When the station does open, day lift tickets are from €35.
Picnicking
Picnicking is encouraged in most Madrid parks, though officially discouraged on manicured lawns in Retiro (signs are selectively enforced — Madrileños picnic there anyway, just pick a semi-shaded spot away from formal beds). Best picnic parks: Retiro (closest to Prado-area tourists), Casa de Campo (biggest spaces), Parque del Oeste (sunset views), and Dehesa de la Villa (forest atmosphere). Alcohol is technically not permitted in public parks under Madrid’s “botellón” ordinance; enforcement is loose but police do sometimes issue fines.
Seasonal Highlights — When to See What
Winter (December–February)
Bare trees but crisp air. Retiro’s rosaleda is dormant, and the Crystal Palace is closed for works, though its outdoor art installation is still on view. From late January the almond blossoms arrive at Quinta de los Molinos — Madrid’s flagship winter park event.
Spring (March–May)
The best park season by far. Rose gardens peak in late May. Jacaranda trees bloom purple along Paseo del Prado and the Reina Sofía museum plaza. Wildflowers carpet Casa de Campo. Book Fair takes over Retiro in late May/early June. Spring is also ideal for hiking in the Sierra — snowmelt means waterfalls and green valleys.
Summer (June–August)
Summer days are hot, so plan park time for the morning or the evening and stay out of the midday sun. Madrid Río’s splash pads are a godsend for families. Veranos de la Villa turns several parks into open-air theaters and concert venues. Take refuge in Casa de Campo’s cooler forest paths or head to the Sierra for cooler mountain air.
Autumn (September–November)
The second peak season. Retiro’s foliage peaks in late October through mid-November. Temperatures drop fast through the season: average highs at Retiro are 26.4°C in September, 19.4°C in October and 13.5°C in November, which makes October the sweet spot for all-day walking. Photographic gold.
Parks for Specific Needs
Best Parks for Kids
Madrid Río wins for sheer scale — playgrounds along its length, splash fountains, skateparks, even an urban beach area. Retiro’s marionette theater, rowboats, and puppet-show Sundays are also excellent. See our complete Madrid with Kids guide for full details.
Dog-Friendly Parks
Most Madrid parks allow dogs on-leash. Casa de Campo, Dehesa de la Villa, and Madrid Río are the best for longer walks. Retiro has specific dog zones. Dogs are generally not allowed in fenced gardens (like El Capricho or the Botanical Garden).
Wheelchair-Accessible Parks
Retiro’s main paths, Madrid Río (excellent — flat, paved throughout), Parque Juan Carlos I, and the Real Jardín Botánico all offer fully accessible routes. Casa de Campo’s main roads are paved but many trails are rough terrain.
Parks for Photography
Retiro’s Velázquez Palace, the outside of the Crystal Palace (closed for works, with the art installation on view), the rose gardens in spring, the Templo de Debod at sunset (Parque del Oeste), El Capricho’s hidden corners, Quinta de los Molinos during almond bloom, and Campo del Moro’s angle on the Royal Palace are the iconic Madrid park shots.
Practical Tips for Enjoying Madrid’s Outdoors
- Bring water: Madrid is arid and summer heat is brutal. Public drinking fountains exist in most major parks.
- Sun protection: Even in winter, the Meseta sun is strong. Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses.
- Cash for boats and attractions: Rowboat rentals and some concessions still want cash.
- Public restrooms: Retiro, Madrid Río, and the Botanical Garden have reasonable facilities. Smaller parks often don’t — use café restrooms (buy a coffee).
- Sit where locals sit: Madrileños love the shaded edge of a park over the sunny center. Follow them in July/August.
- Evening is Madrid’s outdoor time: Locals fill the parks from 7 pm onwards in summer, using them more like an extension of their living rooms.
- Dog waste: Madrid fines dog-owners for uncollected waste; Madrileños are generally good about this.
Madrid Parks FAQs
What is the biggest park in Madrid?
Casa de Campo, at 1,535.52 hectares, is by far the biggest. Retiro, the famous central park, is a much smaller 125 hectares.
Is Retiro Park free?
Yes, Retiro is free and open daily from 6am to 10pm or midnight depending on season. Attractions inside (rowboats, exhibitions in the Palacio de Velázquez) are also free or low-cost; the Crystal Palace is closed for works.
Can you swim in Madrid parks?
Not in the park lakes or fountains. Madrid city does have excellent public swimming pools (the Municipal Pool network charged adults €4.50 for a full day in the 2026 outdoor season) and Madrid Río has splash-fountain play areas for kids. For proper outdoor swimming, head to the Embalse de San Juan reservoir or the mountain pools at Las Presillas (in the Sierra de Guadarrama).
How long should I spend in Retiro?
At minimum 90 minutes — enough to see the Estanque, walk to the Crystal Palace, and loop through the rose garden. Allow half a day if you want to rent a boat, visit the Palacio de Velázquez exhibition, and picnic. A full day is plausible for anyone serious about gardens.
When do the jacarandas bloom in Madrid?
Mid-May through early June, depending on the year. The best places to see them are the Paseo del Prado, Plaza de Cánovas del Castillo (around the Neptune fountain), and the Reina Sofía’s exterior gardens. Almond blossoms (at Quinta de los Molinos) come much earlier — anywhere from late January to March, depending on the year.
Can you drink alcohol in Madrid parks?
Technically no — Madrid has a “botellón” ordinance banning public drinking. Enforcement is loose in practice, but police can and do issue fines (€100+). If you want a glass of wine with your picnic, discretion is advised. Major parks tend to be more policed than smaller neighborhood parks.
Are Madrid parks safe at night?
Retiro and Madrid Río are well-lit and generally safe at all hours. Larger parks like Casa de Campo should be avoided in outer areas after dark. Small neighborhood parks vary — use common sense. Across the city, take the usual big-city precautions, especially against street theft, and stay alert on nights out.
How do I get to the Sierra de Guadarrama without a car?
Cercanías commuter trains run frequently. Line C-8 goes to Cercedilla (gateway to Valle de la Fuenfría and Siete Picos). From there the C-9 normally climbs to Puerto de Navacerrada and Cotos, but the line is closed for renovation and Renfe runs replacement buses on the route. For La Pedriza, take the bus 724 from Plaza de Castilla to Manzanares el Real. Journey times depend on where you set off, so check the timetables on Renfe’s and CRTM’s sites.
Can I bring a drone to Madrid parks?
Drone flight is prohibited in all Madrid city parks without a special permit — including Retiro, Madrid Río, and Casa de Campo. You’ll also need Spanish aviation authority (AESA) registration for any flight. Commercial drone operators need additional permits.
What’s the oldest tree in Madrid?
The “ahuehuete” (Montezuma bald cypress) in the Jardines del Buen Retiro (the formal Parterre section) is traditionally said to have stood there since around 1630, when the original Buen Retiro palace was being built, and it ranks among Madrid’s oldest trees. Retiro’s oldest tree today, though, is an olive planted in the park since.
Are the parks free?
The parks in this guide are free to enter: Retiro, Madrid Río, Casa de Campo, Parque del Oeste, El Capricho, Quinta de los Molinos, Parque Juan Carlos I, etc. The exceptions are the Real Jardín Botánico (€4) and the attractions inside Casa de Campo (zoo, theme park) which charge their own admissions.
Related Guides
- Top Things to Do in Madrid
- Madrid Neighborhoods Guide
- Madrid with Kids — family-friendly park picks
- Madrid Day Trips — Sierra de Guadarrama and beyond
- Madrid Itinerary Planner — work parks into your day plans
- Madrid History and Architecture — context for the palaces that anchor the gardens
Madrid’s outdoor life is the side of the city that visitors often underestimate. Make time for at least one major park — and if possible both a city park (Retiro or Madrid Río) and an outlying one (Casa de Campo or El Capricho) — to see the full range. Locals retreat to these spaces daily, and that rhythm is a real part of what makes Madrid livable.
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