This group of sculptures devoted to King Alfonso XII, which was opened in 1922 by his son, Alfonso XIII, is in one of the most popular areas of the large pond in the Retiro park. The equestrian figure, with a height of more than 20 metres, is the work of the sculptor, Mariano Benlliure, responsible for other well known effigies in the capital, such as that of Álvaro de Bazán in the Plaza de la Villa; the façade of the Metrópolis building on the Gran Vía; or the sculpture of Goya, alongside the Prado Museum.
In the column at the feet of the horse, there is a viewpoint that will be open to the public this April, following an important refurbishment. From here, you will be able to contemplate the stately buildings of the Salamanca District, the roofs of the Literary Quarter and some of the emblems of the Gran Vía, such as the Telefónica building.
Free guided visits lasting half an hour will be provided by a specialised guide who will explain the history of the monument and El Retiro. They will begin on 28 April and reservations can be made from 3 April on the www.reservaspatrimonio.es website.
Visita guiada no accesible
Estaciones: 60, 65, 70, 85
Free visit of the monument.
Viewpoint: Free guided visit with prior reservation on the Heritage Reservations website.
Guided visits of the Viewpoint:
28 April to 25 August:
- Wed: 6pm and 6.30pm
- Sat: 11am and 11.30am
29 August to 29 September:
- Wed: 6pm, 6.30pm and 7pm
- Sat: 11am, 11.30am and 12 Noon
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