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You can now book your visit for the 2025-2026 school year!
Are you looking for a field trip to complement your classes?
Do you want your students to practice the content they’ve learned and experience Prehistory?
We can bring you closer to the world of petroglyphs in a dynamic and entertaining way!
Here you can download our educational dossier (in Galician) with all the information about our school offering.
For any questions or inquiries, you can contact us via email didactica@paar.es at or by phone at 886151195.
Return to the PAAR this fall!
After a short break, we are back with a new offer of unique experiences to enjoy Prehistory.
Experiences in Prehistory
Immerse yourself in the past with us!
Saturdays in November “Pottery in Prehistory”
- Have you ever wondered how ceramic vessels were created in prehistory? In this workshop, you can make and design your own piece from scratch.
Sundays in November “The Silenced Half”
- Reflect on the representations of women in Prehistory and in archaeology.
Saturdays in December “So Many Jewels!”
- Design and create your own metallic jewelry inspired by fascinating prehistoric pieces.
Sundays in December “Past Prints”
- Now that Christmas is approaching, create a postcard using stamps inspired by petroglyphs and small prehistoric idols.
(These workshops are only available in Galician and Spanish).
Adventure and Mystery
“The Treasure of the Moura”: A clue game that will test your ability to solve enigmas inside the interpretation center.
“Petro-Adventure”: An outdoor orientation game that will take you along the trails of the Archaeological Park as you discover the mysteries hidden in the stones of Campo Lameiro.
(These are only available in Galician and Spanish).
Nights at the PAAR
The nights will also have their charm with guided night tours:
“Nightmare Before Christmas”: On December 6th, the most terrifying stories of Galicia will guide us along the PAAR trails among petroglyphs. Do you dare to wake up the spirits?
“Winter Solstice”: On December 20th, with the energy of the shortest day of the year, you can tour the PAAR in the most special way—at night!—the best time to see these engravings. The grand finale will be watching how fire was lit in Prehistory.
Special Events
October 31st and November 1st, we will celebrate “Samaín no PAAR.” A workshop will be held where you will make a zonchos (chestnut) necklace, and the day will finish with a special guided tour.
November 30th, “The Silenced Half” workshop, free to commemorate 25N, The International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.
Special Opening on Monday, December 8th: The PAAR will open its doors from 10:00 h to 16:00 h.
Daily Guided Tours
As always, we will offer guided tours at 12:30 h.
Opening Hours: 10:00 h to 16:00 h.
We look forward to seeing you!
International and Galician experts are meeting at PAAR to discuss Atlantic Rock Art.
The Archaeological Park of Atlantic Rock Art (PAAR) in Campo Lameiro will host the I International Conference on Atlantic Rock Art on 20 and 21 September. This initiative will bring together specialists in the world of petroglyphs from Ireland, Scotland, Portugal and Galicia. The conference is organised by the Department of Culture, Language and Youth of the Xunta de Galicia.
Atlantic Rock Art represents a shared heritage that connects Galicia, Portugal and the British Isles through common cultural and symbolic expressions from Prehistory. The aim of this initiative is to promote a space for cooperation between universities, museums, interpretation centres and specialised groups, with the objective of strengthening Galicia’s role as a key territory for the research, protection and dissemination of this type of rock art.
Programme and Featured Presentations
The conference will feature a series of workshops, talks and lectures given by internationally renowned experts.
Saturday, 20 September: Workshops and Seminars
Saturday’s session is focused on practical and field activities.
- Rock Art Restoration Workshop: Alejandro Javier Pujales, a conservation-restoration specialist in Archaeology, will address the research and application of methods for controlling lichens and mosses on petroglyphs.
- 3D Registration and Photogrammetry Workshop: The GEPN-AAT group from the University of Santiago de Compostela, comprising Alia Vázquez-Martínez, Miguel Carrero Pazos and Alexis Maldonado Ruiz, will present a photogrammetry project for the documentation of Campo Lameiro’s rock art.
- Guided Night Tour: The programme includes a minibus tour of the petroglyphs studied by Ramón Sobrino Buhigas and Sobrino Lorenzo in the municipalities of Campo Lameiro and Cerdedo-Cotobade. Additionally, there will be a special night tour of the PAAR’s petroglyphs.
Sunday, 21 September: Talks and Conferences
Sunday will be the day for lectures, with presentations on the latest research and the conservation of rock art.
- Xosé-Lois Armada (INCIPIT-CSIC) will talk about “Atlantic Connections during the Bronze Age”.
- Joana Valdez-Tullet (Durham University) will present a paper on the past, present and future of Atlantic rock art.
- Elizabeth Shee Twohig (University College Cork), an expert in Atlantic rock art and Neolithic and Bronze Age archaeology in Ireland, will discuss the continuity and transformations in Irish megalithic art.
- Fernando Carrera, former director of the Pontevedra School of Cultural Heritage Restoration, will share reflections on rock art conservation.
- Elena Cabrejas (INCIPIT-CSIC) will present the project “Laxe dos Bolos, the unknown colossus of Atlantic Rock Art”.
- Sofía Figueiredo-Persson (Universidade NOVA de Lisboa) will focus on cultural mediation through images and experiences.
The event will conclude with a round table that will allow for the identification of areas for cooperation and the strengthening of international networks for the documentation and conservation of rock heritage. There will also be a guided tour to get a closer look at the Archaeological Park of Atlantic Rock Art.
Sign up now!
Can you only make it on Saturday? Just Sunday? Do you want to come on both days? No problem!
Book your place for free by choosing the days you can attend. There are a limited number of places, so don’t delay in registering!
If you have any questions about the programme or registration, please contact us on +34 886 151 195 or at info@paar.es.
Outdoor Prehistory Experiences at the Archaeological Park of Rock Art
Night visits, sunsets, games, and experiences to immerse yourself in prehistory complete the program.
The PAAR will also host for the first time the Petrofest music festival and the 1st International Conference on Atlantic Rock Art.
The Archaeological Park of Rock Art (PAAR), located in Campo Lameiro (Pontevedra), is one of the best places to experience prehistory in Galicia this summer. Its July, August, and September program will combine different experiences to travel back to the Bronze Age, including rock painting, hunting, pottery, and even the chance to be an archaeologist for a day.
As a major new feature, there will be a special visit during the “magic hour”: Sunset at the PAAR. This guided tour takes place at the best time to view the petroglyphs as the sun sets. It features a longer route than usual, ending at the special viewpoint of Outeiro das Ventaniñas.
Another perfect time to contemplate some of Galicia’s most important ancient engravings is during Nights at the PAAR. Every Friday, you can stroll under the moonlight and stars, listening to legends and enjoying special lighting that highlights every detail of the rock art.
For families, two games are available for a fun day out:
Petroaventura is an outdoor orientation game that lets you explore the park’s trails while discovering its history and curiosities, helping you become a true petroglyph protector. This activity is designed for families and friends.
For aspiring detectives, the most mysterious family escape room, “The Treasure of the Moura,” will also be available. This clue-based game takes place inside the interpretation center, challenging your puzzle-solving skills.
Special Event Each Month
For the first time, the Archaeological Park of Rock Art’s summer program will feature a major event each month: a music festival, a prehistoric reenactment festival, and a scientific conference.
Petrofest will fill the PAAR’s petroglyphs with music on July 26. This daytime festival will feature performances by Abril, Faia, Maruxa y Coralia Djs, and the magic of Samuel Moreno. There will also be a “rupestre” canteen, workshops, and more activities to be revealed.
On August 24, it will be time to return to the Bronze Age thanks to Laeros, the Rock Art Festival, organized by the Campo Lameiro City Council in collaboration with the Xunta de Galicia. Expect gastronomy, prehistoric reenactments, and many new features to be announced soon.
Finally, on September 20 and 21, the first International Conference on Atlantic Rock Art will take place. This is an opportunity to highlight the significant heritage of Galicia’s petroglyphs at a European level and their astonishing connections with other engravings in Ireland and Scotland. Researchers from both Galicia and abroad will participate, with special visits and activities.
Extended Hours
Starting July 1, the PAAR will extend its hours to open Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM. All information and activity reservations can be made through its official website, paar.es.
Laeros, Rock Art Festival 2025
Laeros, the Rock Art Festival, an event that blends historical reenactments, experimental archaeology, and gastronomy, returns to Campo Lameiro on August 24 for its fourth edition. The festival, organized by the Campo Lameiro City Council with the collaboration of the Xunta de Galicia and the Pontevedra Provincial Council, invites you to “live in prehistory.”
The event will take place in the outdoor area of the PAAR, where you can immerse yourself in a journey to the past.
Prehistoric Activities and Experiences
The festival offers a variety of experiences for all ages:
- Recreation of daily life activities: Visit the recreation area where you can see how various cereals were sown and harvested in prehistory, as well as the final process for preparing different foods, with the collaboration of Andrés Teira and the Tir na N’Og association.
- Rock art games: Participate in fun games inspired by rock art and create land art pieces with natural elements.
- Bronze Age village: The Tir na N’Og association and the rural women of Campo Lameiro will show you what life was like in a Bronze Age village. Additionally, you’ll be able to see a metal-casting demonstration to create a bronze axe, an experience in experimental archaeology.
Discover Rock Art with Experts
The festival offers the opportunity to explore the PAAR’s heritage with two free guided tours:
- Archaeological tour: In the morning, archaeologist Patri Novas will guide you through the main petroglyphs of the Park.
- Theatrical tour: In the afternoon, Suso Martínez will bring to life Sobrino Buhigas, one of the most important researchers of the Campo Lameiro petroglyphs, in a visit full of history and theater.
Remember: Advance booking is required through the website for these activities, guided tours in Galician and Spanish.
Music and New Features
The festival will be enlivened by the music of the children’s group from Campo Lameiro, Cantalúa, which will open the event along with the Campo Lameiro polyphonic choir, and the group Cantos da Terra, which will provide rhythm for the meal.
As a new feature this year, the best-dressed table will be awarded a food package (for 20 people) for the 2026 edition. One more incentive to enjoy the day with family or friends!
Are you ready for this unique experience?
Petrofest: Music, Magic & Millennia at PAAR This July!
Abril, Faia, Maruxa e Coralia DJs and the magic of Samuel Moreno make up the lineup for this festival of small-format shows, right on the ground, without stages, stretching from morning till dusk, designed for all audiences.
The Parque Arqueolóxico da Arte Rupestre (PAAR), located in Campo Lameiro – Pontevedra, will transform into a true cultural ‘romaría’ (traditional Galician festive gathering) next Saturday, 26th July, with the celebration of the first edition of Petrofest. This daytime festival will offer a unique and free day of music, dance and magic in the heart of nature, among ancient petroglyphs, oaks and pine trees.
Entry to the site and the festival will be free and open, with no prior booking required, except for the guided tours that will take place throughout the day and do require registration. The event promises an unforgettable experience where heritage, culture and fun intertwine.
The gates of the PAAR will open at 11:00h, marking the start of a varied programme designed for all audiences:
- 12:00h – “Danza entre petróglifos”: An introduction to traditional Galician dance with María Montero. With extensive experience in Cantigas e Agarimos, she is also a regular member of the cast of Fran Sieira’s dance company. She will offer an introduction to traditional dance, ideal for practicing later during Abril’s concert.
- 13:00h – Concert by Abril: In a clearing of the forest, next to the labyrinth in the PAAR’s Archaeological Area, the duo comprising Claudia Abril (vocals and percussion) and Marina Carpente (violin and vocals) will offer a contemporary folk proposal. Traditional Galician and Iberian melodies are adapted to current sounds with intimacy, personality and freshness, creating a folkloric microcosm where identities converge and build community.
- 14:00h – DJ Set by Maruxa e Coralia DJs: Paula and Tamara, under the name Maruxa e Coralia – a tribute to Santiago de Compostela’s iconic ‘Duas Marías’ – will make the PAAR vibrate with their selection of Galician music. Their fresh and alternative set will blend genres like rock, cumbia, electronic, pop and trap.
- 16:00h to 18:00h – Rock Art Games: Fun activities for all ages, designed to help you learn about the era of the petroglyphs through play.
- 18:00h – Magic with Samuel Moreno: The young Galician magician, a semi-finalist on Spain’s Got Talent, will amaze visitors with a modern, fresh and youthful show.
- 20:00h – Concert by Faia: The ‘romaría’ will culminate in an intimate and very special concert at the iconic Laxe dos Carballos. Faia Díaz, accompanied by Bleuenn Le Friec on harp, will reinterpret Galician folklore melodies in a relaxed atmosphere, as the sun sets over the great engraved deer, a spot famously used by Carlos Núñez in his ‘Magical Places’ concert series. Faia, recognised with the Premio Martín Códax da Música 2025 for Best Traditional Music Project for her work ‘Alvela’, will offer a performance blending roots sounds with sound experimentation.
Complementary Activities and Services:
Throughout the day, attendees can also enjoy other PAAR offerings:
- Guided Tours of the petroglyphs: There will be tours at 12:00h, 17:30h and 19:00h. These tours, the only activities requiring prior booking and ticket purchase via paar.es, will allow visitors to gain an in-depth understanding of the most significant petroglyphs, the period in which they were created, and their enigmatic meanings.
- Cantina Rupestre: Available throughout the festival for traditional country-style meals and drinks.
Petrofest in Campo Lameiro promises an exceptional day to connect with Galician history, nature and culture through music, dance and magic, all within a unique European heritage setting.
Join us for European Archaeology Days!
The Archaeological Park of Rock Art (PAAR), the largest center in Galicia for understanding enigmatic petroglyphs, joins the celebration of European Archaeology Days (JEA), which will take place on June 13, 14, and 15, 2025. This is a unique opportunity for people of all ages to learn about history and archaeological research.
European Archaeology Days is an event promoted by the French Ministry of Culture, joined by member countries of the Council of Europe, and coordinated by the French National Institute for Preventive Archaeological Research (Inrap). This event mobilizes over 5,000 activities in 30 countries. Its main objective is to raise citizens’ awareness of the richness and diversity of European archaeological heritage, as well as the need to protect it. In Galicia, PAAR has been one of the main participants in these events since their inception.
PAAR’s Weekend Program
The Archaeological Park of Rock Art offers a varied program during these three days, designed to immerse visitors in prehistory and the fascinating world of petroglyphs and archaeology. All activities have limited spots.
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“Hunting!”: A theoretical and practical experience to learn the hunting techniques and weapons of our ancestors. Participants can practice using a bow, arrows, spear-thrower, and throwing spear.
- When: Saturday, June 14, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
- Audience: All ages.
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Guided Tour of the Archaeological Area: Accompanied by specialists, visitors will discover the main points of the Park’s Archaeological Area and the recreation of the Bronze Age settlement, unveiling the enigmatic meanings of the engravings on the stone.
- When: Friday, June 13, Saturday, June 14, and Sunday, June 15, from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM and from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM.
- Audience: All ages.
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Escape Room: “The Moura’s Treasure”: A fun adventure for children and families, where they will follow clues and solve puzzles to recover the treasure of the legendary moura (enchanted woman) of Campo Lameiro.
- When: Saturday, June 14, and Sunday, June 15, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
- Audience: Families.
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Interactive Game: “Petroaventura”: An interactive game to learn and explore PAAR’s large natural and archaeological reserve.
- When: Saturday, June 14, and Sunday, June 15.
- Audience: Families.
Why Participate in European Archaeology Days?
European Archaeology Days offer an excellent opportunity to engage with cultural heritage, understand the operational chain of archaeology “from excavation to museum,” and foster knowledge exchange between professionals and European citizens.
Celebra con nosotros el Día das Letras Galegas y el Día de los Museos
Este sábado 17 e domingo 18 de maio, o Parque Arqueolóxico da Arte Rupestre (PAAR) énchese de actividade para conmemorar dúas datas sinaladas: o Día das Letras Galegas e o Día Internacional dos Museos. E para celebralo ao grande, o acceso ao parque será gratuíto durante toda a fin de semana! Convidámoste a mergullarte na historia e na cultura a través dunha oferta de experiencias únicas deseñadas para todas as idades.
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🧭 Xogos de Orientación: Petroventura Explora os recunchos do noso parque dun xeito diferente! Participa nos nosos apaixonantes xogos de orientación e pon a proba as túas habilidades mentres descobres os segredos da nosa área arqueolóxica.
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🧩 Escape Room “O Tesouro da Moura”: Atréveste a resolver o enigma? O noso escape room “O Tesouro da Moura” desafíache a converterte nun auténtico buscador de obxectos perdidos e a desvelar misterios ancestrais.
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🤚 Obradoiro “Amuletos con Historia” Deixa voar a túa creatividade no noso obradoiro práctico. Aprende a fabricar os teus propios ídolos inspirados na prehistoria e leva contigo un amuleto cargado de significado.
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🐍 Visita nocturna especial “Noites no PAAR – Lendas e Letras Galegas” Ao caer o sol, vive unha experiencia máxica. Acompáñanos nun percorrido nocturno onde as lendas máis cativadoras da tradición oral galega, vinculadas aos petróglifos, cobrarán vida baixo as estrelas.
Book your Easter holiday activities now! See what’s on.
This Easter, why not try a unique experience at Galicia’s largest archaeological centre! In the heart of the Pontevedra region, there’s a hidden gem waiting to take you back to prehistory. Picture yourself hunting like a real Bronze Age inhabitant, or discovering the magic of the petroglyphs by lantern light on nights filled with legends. Here at the PAAR, we’re offering the most original holiday plan: an unforgettable adventure through time.
Fancy seeing what we’ve got lined up for you?
