campo grande

I spent 6 years in Valladolid and went back recently. I had forgotten how peaceful the Campo Grande is in a city that does not normally shine as a relaxing place. Being a University town there is husstle and bustle on all sides and in the Campo Grande it was easy to loose oneself in an area of tranquility. I often used to go there just to read a book, or think, or have time for myself. The experience was enhanced by the wildlife in the park, especially the peacocks. The albino one was a new experience for me. I also enjoyed watching the fish in the pond. Also very relaxing I would also suggest that some of the bars nearby are worth a visit expecially those nearer the Train Station. If you get the chance to go there on a Sundayb afternoon to watch entire families out for the 'Paseo' then I would reccomend it. It is very uplifting to see various generations ofm people all out together for a stroll. I wish we had the same sort of custon in England. Just to prove that this was not simply a nostalgia moment for me, my other half really enjoyed it too, she had never been to Valladolid before, and she wanted to go there for a break each day we were in the city.

indeed, this is not just a park but a heaven of piece next to the city center, but you won't appreciate it if you like your parks and gardens flowery: it's very green, but i happen to like that a lot!

The park is very nice but what stands out is the playground. Six great distinct areas with all kinds of modern public kids furniture.

We spent some very pleasant hours strolling around this park during our trip to Valladolid. It is a marvellous ace, full of trees, flowers, wild areas and seemingly endless quantities of peacocks and peahens. There is also a small aviary, where you can see several different types of birds, in a very clean environment - we saw park keepers cleaning out the sawdust in the morning. There's also a small public library, with newspapers and seats, which seems the most civilised thing I've ever seen! We joined many other people feeding the ducks and also, strangely, the fish, who seemed just as keen on pinching the bread as the ducks did. There were many families, older people, courting couples, teenagers and tourists all walking round the park and it seems a space for everyone to enjoy. There is a cafe area in the park, several fountains and you can also go on a very short board trip around the bigger pond where the ducks are. This may just be for children, but I admit I was tempted. You can also feed the peacocks, which was quite unusual. We saw some being feed out of someone's hand, so they are very comfortable around people.A great park and a lovely place to spend the evening.

There was a fiesta going on the first week of Sept. while we were in Valladolid for three days. The park was so pleasant for a stroll or just topeople watch. Everyone..seniors, families with children and young teens were all visiting, walking and generally whiling away a most pleasant evening.There are many fountains trails and of course peacocks, ducks and a few swans.One of my sons, used the trails in the early morning to get in a good jog.Nice place.

While Valladolid isn't the biggest of cities in Spain, this little snippet of a park is a nice little getaway for a peaceful walk. There are minimal attractions throughout the park, but I personally just enjoyed the shade of the trees and the walk itself. Reminded me of a mini version of Central park in the middle of small-city Spain.

The peacocks wandering around certainly add an extra interest to this park.

The Campo Grande consists of large gardens between the train station and the Plaza de Zorrilla, which were made in the 16th century. It started as a neoclassic garden, but was then transformed in 1877 into a Romantic type of garden. The designer was Ramon Oliva, a famous garden architect from Barcelona. He had help from his nephew Francisco Sabadell y Oliva. The garden is full of trees, fountains, flowers, and sculptures. There is a pond where there are swans, geese, and ducks. A peacock walks the grounds. The Fountain of Fame is one of the most splendid fountains in the park and its bronze sculpture was done by Mariano Chicote in 1883. There are important sculptures such as the bronze sculpture of Miguel Iscar, the work of Aurelio Carretero; the monument to Nuñez de Arce, by Emiliano Barral; the monument to Leopoldo Cano, by Juan Jose Moreno Llebra; and the monument to Rosa Chacel, by Francisco Baron.

Just a short walk from the Hotel Gareus a wonderful place ofr a stroll

El Campo Grande de Valladolid es un lugar de visita obligada para los que vienen a Valladolid. Es un parque público curioso, lugar de respiro y de disfrute de la naturaleza, por sus arboledas, rosales y su abundante población avícola (hay una faisanera, una pajarera y un palomar). Algo que resulta precioso es el contemplar a los pavos reales.Además , una zona llamativa es la del estanque y sus alrededores.En el estanque los más pequeños pueden disfrutar de una experiencia inolvidable gracias al paseo en barca en el que el barquero les contará fantásticas historias.Sin duda es un lugar recomendado para pasear y relajarse después de visitar el resto de la ciudad.

Un paseo romántico, para hacer en familia. El estanque, la gruta, las esculturas, la pérgola. Imprescindible. Autentico siglo XIX.

Un lugar lleno de recuerdos maravillosos. Desde que me llevaron de pequeña mis padres sigo yendo, lo recomiendo totalmente.

lugar de relajación y familiar en el centro de la ciudad. Muy bonito para un paseo y descubrir sus rincones con sus fuentes y estatuas.

Además de las nuevas aportaciones, la cocina tradicional y platos que recuerdan el sabor de aquel restaurante excepcional de Valladolid que desapareció y en el que creció el alma mater del Campo Grande (La Fragva). Muy recomendable

Un parque en medio de la ciudad donde poder disfrutar de la naturaleza.De su variedad de árboles,del precioso estanque con sus patos y la barca donde el capitán cuenta cuentos a los niños.De sus pavos reales,de sus pájaros y de todos los rincones q invitan a la tranquilidad y a la lectura.