The name of this park means “country home”. Such a country home was converted into a hunting lodge for Philipp II, during the middle of the 16th century at the Western outskirts of the city.
Since 1931 the former Royal hunting ground is accessible for the general public. The whole area comprises 17 square kilometres, and is known as the green lung of Madrid. A pine forest dominates the park.
The laying out of the park includes also a zoo, which enjoys an excellent reputation. Many Madrilenians use Casa de Campo for their pleasure trip on Sundays.
There is also a cable car which offers a wonderful view over the whole park.