Annually, on December 31st, a traditional run called San Silvestre Vallecana takes place in Madrid. More than 35,000 runners usually participate in this race. The length of the route is 10 kilometres.

The race takes place directly on the streets of the city, starting in the financial district, on Calle Concha Espina, through such famous sites as Puerta de Alcalá, Cibeles Fountain, and Paseo del Arte.