Parque de Olazar

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Culture

Cave shelters of Fresnedo

Abrigos rupestres de Fresnedo

This route traverses the rock shelters of El Ganado, El Paso, Cochantoria and Trechacueva.

Within these shelters you can observe different cave paintings dating back to the Bronze Age. These sites were chosen by the ancient inhabitants to seek refuge from the inclement weather and harsh climate.

Abrigos rupestres de Fresnedo
The paintings feature distinct themes or motifs, such as the depiction of goats and other animals, images related to idol worship and others with astral elements. Most of these sites can be considered places of worship and are in the vicinity of dolmen necropolises.

Abrigos rupestres de Fresnedo

The route to visit these cave paintings is signposted (PR AS-158), but it presents challenges regarding gradient and technical requirements, so it is advisable to seek information beforehand.

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