Atapuerca

The municipality of Atapuerca extends across 24.75 square kilometers at an elevation of 953 meters, encompassing two villages: Atapuerca and Olmos de Atapuerca.

The construction of a railway line in 1899 led to the discovery of archaeological sites containing human remains dating back over one million years.

The Experimental Archaeology Centre conducts research programs and educational activities focused on prehistoric human settlement patterns and archaeological methodologies.

The tourist information office in Pablo García Virumbrales square provides guidance about local archaeological sites, accommodation options, and guided tours.

Each year, more than 2000 participants gather for the Cross de Atapuerca running event, which takes place near the prehistoric archaeological sites.

Location: Province of Burgos

Capital city: Atapuerca

Elevation above the sea: 953 m

Part of: Mancomunitat «Comarca del Arlanzón», Mancomunitat de Municipis Encuentro de Caminos: Sierra de Atapuerca, Camino de Santiago y Vía Romana, Mancomunitat «Ríos Arlanzón y Vena»

Shares border with: Cardeñuela Riopico, Rubena, Quintanapalla, Fresno de Rodilla, Barrios de Colina, Arlanzón, Ibeas de Juarros, Villaescusa la Sombría, Arraya de Oca

GPS coordinates: 42.37667,-3.50917

Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:50