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.

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.

• “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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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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.

• 🧭 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.

• 🧩 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. 

• 🤚 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.

• 🐍 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.

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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.

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Adventure and mystery await at the Parque Arqueolóxico da Arte Rupestre de Campo Lameiro (PAAR) this spring, with a diverse programme of activities. From creative and interactive workshops to thrilling orienteering games and a mysterious escape room, there’s something for everyone. Weekends throughout March, April, May, and June will become genuine journeys through time, filled with learning and fun.

Spring PAAR 2025

Creative Workshops:

• Starting in March, “First Artists” will see us uncovering how prehistoric paints were made and creating our very own murals.
• April’s “Adornments with History” invites you to design jewellery inspired by prehistoric pieces.
• In May, “Magic Amulets” offers the chance to learn about prestigious objects and craft your own amulet.
• And for those with a taste for adventure, June brings “Let’s Go Hunting“, where you can master the bow and assegai.

Adventure and Mystery:

• The ever-popular family escape room, “The Treasure of the Moura“, returns, challenging you to solve enigmas within the interpretation centre.
• The highlight of this spring is “Petroadventure“, an outdoor orienteering game that guides you along the Archaeological Park’s trails, revealing the mysteries hidden among Campo Lameiro’s stones.

Nights at PAAR:

• Evenings at PAAR take on a special charm with our nocturnal guided tours:
  • On 22nd March, “When the Deer Lose Their Crowns” explores the presence of deer within the petroglyphs.
  • “Nightstones of Legends” brings oral traditions to life on the 18th and 19th of April, and the 17th of May.
  • Celebrate the longest day with “Stone Solstice” on 21st June.

Special Events:

• Join us on 8th and 9th March for a special guided tour celebrating “Women in Rock Art“.
• An outdoor search for “Easter Eggs” awaits on the 17th, 18th, and 19th of April, throughout the Archaeological Park.
• Celebrate the arrival of spring with “Here Comes May!” on 1st May, featuring a guided tour and a land art workshop for children.

Daily Guided Tours:

• As always, daily guided tours will be available at 12:30 pm and 5:30 pm, providing a deeper insight into the enigmatic world of petroglyphs, ensuring your visit is complete.

Book Your Adventure!

• Reservations for all activities can be made on our website: paar.es.
• Don’t miss the opportunity for a spring filled with excitement and discovery at PAAR!

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During his visit to Campo Lameiro, José López Campos, the Galician Minister of Culture, Language, and Youth, confirmed that the Xunta (Galician government) will invest approximately 240,000 euros in improvements to the Archaeological Park of Rock Art (PAAR). This investment aims to further conserve, promote, and disseminate the millennia-old legacy of the petroglyphs. These actions include a study on the conservation of the Park’s sites, as well as maintenance work on its architectural infrastructure.

López Campos emphasised the ‘shared responsibility and task’ of both the Administration and society in caring for this heritage, considering it ‘one of the greatest treasures that form Galicia’s cultural identity.’ He made these remarks during his inaugural visit as the head of this Xunta department to the Archaeological Park of Rock Art. Specifically, López Campos highlighted that this archaeological area was one of the eight heritage sites featured in the 2023 campaign ‘For Many More,’ through which the Galician Government sought to raise public awareness about the importance of conserving and preserving our heritage. He also noted that this initiative continues this year with the new slogan ‘Let Our History Continue to Tell Its Tale.’

López Campos stressed that through such campaigns, the Galician Government intends to assert ‘the immense value it holds in shaping our history and identity for current and future generations.’ He specifically mentioned the objectives of ‘fostering public awareness, promoting knowledge about these assets, and encouraging best practices and preservation initiatives that allow one of Galicia’s greatest treasures to be passed on to future generations in the best possible condition.