{"id":536090,"date":"2026-03-12T18:42:15","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T18:42:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/536090\/"},"modified":"2026-03-12T18:42:15","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T18:42:15","slug":"bienvenidos-a-madrid-a-city-guide-for-the-mens-rugby-europe-championship-finals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/536090\/","title":{"rendered":"\u00a1Bienvenidos a Madrid! \u2013 a city guide for the Men\u2019s Rugby Europe Championship finals"},"content":{"rendered":"

\t\t\tAre you ready to get fully immersed in Madrid while you are waiting for the Men\u2019s Rugby Europe Championship finals to kick off?<\/p>\n

Spain\u2019s capital is a booming, flourishing metropolis that has a lot to offer, and to help us guide you through it, Spanish international and Madrid local Mario Pichardie is here to give a helping hand.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Mario, gracias for your time. So, let\u2019s get to the point\u2026 what Madrid delicacy should we try while we wait for Sunday’s finals?<\/p>\n

Mario Pichardie. \u201cThe \u2018cozidio madrile\u00f1o\u2019. Try it out now, because when it gets warmer, finishing that dish will be very challenging. It\u2019s a wonderful traditional dish from Madrid, one that makes you feel its absence when you go live abroad.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n

Perfect! With that taken care of, this weekend will be action-packed with rugby, so for those who want to watch the games of the Men\u2019s Rugby Europe Championship and Six Nations in a bar or pub, can you recommend one?<\/p>\n

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MP. \u201cThere\u2019s a bar in La Castellana called the Irish Rover. If you are looking for a traditional Irish pub where rugby is the main sport,\u00a0go there. You will meet several people from other nations, and will have fun while watching a bit of rugby!\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n

Ok, but on Sunday, for those who want refreshments before driving to Legan\u00e9s, where can they\u00a0go near Complutense?<\/p>\n

MP. \u201cThe best part of Complutense is that it is situated in the middle of the University campus, so you have tons of options. For example, in Moncloa you will find a great atmosphere. While Madrid is still predominantly dominated by football, rugby is growing by the minute, so on Saturday and Sunday the games will be on.\u201d<\/p>\n

However, for those attending all four games, how can they get from Complutense to Madrid?<\/p>\n

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MP. \u201cFrom the car, you will take between 15 and 30 minutes to get to Legan\u00e9s from Complutense. However, if you choose public transportation, you will\u00a0also\u00a0need a bit more than half an hour to reach the Stadium. Take the metro from Moncloa to Embajadores, then catch the Cercan\u00edas to Legan\u00e9s. It is Sunday, so be sure to check if everything is up and running.\u201d<\/p>\n

Now, unto a few more suggestions and recommendations. Can you share some restaurants and bars we should visit?<\/p>\n

MP. \u201cI have more than a few suggestions, but let\u2019s start with an Asturian restaurant, called Sidrer\u00eda La Cuenca, in the Calle de la Cruz Verde. You will have the chance to eat some of Asturias best food, like cachopo. Another joint you should try is Vinitus, located on the Gran V\u00eda. Best tapas at good prices!\u201d<\/p>\n

And if we want to enjoy a beverage while we discuss who our top XV team of this year\u2019s Men\u2019s Rugby Europe Championship is? <\/p>\n

\u201cOh, for \u2018una buena copa\u2019, which means to have a nice drink, I have to say Viajeros in La Latina. It is a superb place. You won\u2019t be disappointed.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n

Thanks! And rugby-wise, what rugby clubs are in Madrid that we should check out?<\/p>\n

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\u201cIn Madrid, you have two clubs, Cisneros and Alcobendas. You will find Cisneros in Complutense, while Alcobendas is in the outskirts of the city. While they don\u2019t have a museum, you should go there and check out the grounds.\u201d<\/p>\n

Before we head to the final answer, can you share with us how fans should spend the Saturday before the final’s day?\u00a0<\/p>\n

MP. \u201cSo, my three top recommendations are: one, you have to visit and tour the Stadium of the best club in the World, Santiago Bernab\u00e9u. Then, go for a long walk through our typical streets, which we call \u2018calles\u2019 and get immersed in everything the city has. If you want to finish the day in style, I’d recommend visiting the Palacio Real to watch the sun go down.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n

And how would you define Madrid in three words? <\/p>\n

MP. \u201cSo, my three words would be: close, as everything is close to you and you will get quickly from point A to B. Safe and clean, so don\u2019t be afraid to step out and discover the city on your own. You will find affordable prices and places scattered throughout the city. I can vouch for it!\u201d<\/p>\n

By Francisco Isaac<\/p>\n

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