Travel to the origins of history and look out from the balcony of prehistory

Visiting Cova del Bolomor is much more than entering a cave; it is discovering one of the oldest human homes in the western Mediterranean. Imagine standing in the same natural shelter that, more than 300,000 years ago, served as a home for prehistoric communities.

From its privileged location on the slope of the Bolomor ravine, this enclave was the perfect strategic point from which to visually dominate the entire valley.

Today, this same horizon awaits you to tell the story of our origins in the Valencian Community.

View of Cova del Bolomor — The visit offers a close look at one of the great prehistoric sites of the western Mediterranean.

Discover Cova del Bolomor on video too before planning your visit.

A unique experience: the place where the home was born

Chronology of the site — Chronological image of the site and its prehistoric surroundings.

Our guided tours invite you on a sensory journey to the Paleolithic. During the visit, you will see archaeological finds and Neanderthal stone tools, and you will stop in front of the very ground where human beings learned to master fire more than 230,000 years ago.

It is a magical connection to understand the moment when light and warmth transformed our evolution, while you contemplate the panoramic views that those human groups watched over every day.

This combination of living archaeology and endless landscape makes the visit a different cultural experience, where history can be felt under your feet and seen on the horizon.

Archaeological work at Cova del Bolomor — Scientific research continues to provide new information about the site.

Fauna of Cova del Bolomor — The visit helps explain the relationship between human communities and the natural environment of the site.

What can you see during the visit?

During the tour you will discover:

The rock shelter

The real excavation setting where the past is uncovered.

Combustion structures

The hearths where some of Europe’s earliest controlled fires were lit.

The marks of time

Different ground layers preserving more than 350,000 years of climatic and human secrets.

The Neanderthal trace

Remains and tools that document the daily life of our ancestors.

The natural surroundings

The biodiversity of Barranc del Bolomor surrounding this historic sanctuary.

Excavation at Cova del Bolomor — Excavations and fieldwork are part of the site discovery experience.

A day out between history and nature

Cova del Bolomor gives you the opportunity to stand at the centre of a key chapter in European prehistory. It is an invitation to explore, learn and feel moved in an environment where nature and science go hand in hand.

Come and discover the place where it all began.

Your visit to Cova del Bolomor can also be combined with the Cova del Bolomor Route, an itinerary that allows you to reach the site on foot while discovering the natural landscape of La Valldigna. The route crosses areas of great environmental value and offers a different way to approach this important prehistoric enclave.

If you prefer to plan a broader day trip, you can also visit the Tavernes trip planner.

Watchtower of Tavernes de la Valldigna — The Torre de Guaita is another heritage element that can complete the day after visiting Cova del Bolomor.

Discover the surroundings of Tavernes de la Valldigna

A visit to Cova del Bolomor can become the starting point for discovering other places of interest in the town and the Valldigna valley. The combination of historical heritage, natural spaces and Mediterranean landscape makes it possible to complete the day with different cultural and leisure options.

Among the most outstanding natural and heritage spaces are:

The urban centre of Tavernes de la Valldigna

The town centre allows visitors to experience local daily life, stroll through its streets and discover its gastronomic and commercial offer. Some of the most representative buildings of Tavernes de la Valldigna are also located there.

The Valldigna Viewpoint

A privileged place from which to contemplate the valley and the Mediterranean coast.

Clot de la Font

A natural area of great environmental value where water and vegetation create an ideal place for walking and enjoying the surroundings.

Hiking routes in La Valldigna

The paths that cross Serra de les Creus, the Mondúver massif or the Bolomor ravine itself allow visitors to discover beautiful Mediterranean landscapes.

The beaches of Tavernes de la Valldigna

The town’s coastline offers kilometres of sand where you can enjoy the Mediterranean. Tavernes de la Valldigna beach has services, a promenade and restaurant areas, making it an ideal place for leisure, relaxation and outdoor activities by the sea.