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Madrid is the capital of Spain. It is one of the world's major cities, and one of the most important financial centers of southern Europe.

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March 17, 2024

Spanish farmers protest in Madrid despite EU concessions

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Diana Pineros in Madrid

Travel Tips: How to spend the perfect day in Madrid

Travel Tips: How to spend the perfect day in Madrid

Spectacular architecture, great food and a laid-back atmosphere. That describes Spain’s capital city
TravelMarch 18, 202405:51 min
Fokus Europa Spanien Chinatown

Spain: Chinatown in Madrid

Spain: Chinatown in Madrid

Usera was a poor district. Now, there are plans to turn it into the trendy Chinatown of Madrid.
SocietyMarch 14, 202402:16 min
A solitary olive tree grows in the Tabernas Desert, Almeria, Spain — the driest region of Europe

Has Spain's olive oil become a luxury item?

Has Spain's olive oil become a luxury item?

For Spanish consumers, green gold is a driver of inflation; for producers it is both an opportunity and a challenge.
BusinessDecember 8, 2023
Euromaxx Sendung Churros

What makes Spain's churros so tasty?

What makes Spain's churros so tasty?

They're warm, crispy, and often dipped in chocolate: churros are a typical Spanish treat.
LifestyleDecember 5, 202305:12 min
A bearded man holds up a fan in front of his face in a public square in Madrid

Spanish lifestyle: Cliche vs. reality

Spanish lifestyle: Cliche vs. reality

Can a tourist really experience Madrid like an insider? DW found out with help from a local.
LifestyleSeptember 18, 202305:16 min
Spanien Überschwemmungen nach Starkregen

Spanish capital prepares for flooding

Spanish capital prepares for flooding

The Spanish capital Madrid braces for flooding after intense rainstorms.
September 3, 202301:42 min
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Liverpool fans queue at the gate ahead of the 2022 Champions League final

Champions League final 2022: Fans cleared but scars remain

Liverpool play Real Madrid for the first time since the 2022 final on Tuesday. The scars of that lawless final remain.
SoccerFebruary 20, 2023