Madrid was a coal mining town. It has had it’s ups and downs with the end of the coal mining era coinciding with the end of WW II. It most recently underwent a revival as an Art and Boutique shopping community.
If some of the town looks familiar, that may be because this is where the Movie “Wild Hogs” was filmed. Because I am attracted to Old Deserted Mining Towns, this place looked great on the map. BUT they restrict the public from “Actually getting to know the town” by designating most of the side streets as “PRIVATE ACCESS.”
Perhaps the best way to get to know Madrid would be to stay at one of the Bed and Breakfasts. That way you could walk around and get to know the folks.
