Do I change hotels?
The guide assumes Madrid base — adjust only if you prefer smaller-town nights (trade-offs explained implicitly in pacing).
Is rent-a-car mandatory?
No — many arcs use trains; cars help selective Sierra or timing-flexible days.
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