Atapuerca archaeological site

Atapuerca is one of the most important paleontological sites in Europe. It was declared a World Heritage Site in 2000 and as a Site of Outstanding Universal Value in 2015 by UNESCO.

The paleontological site of Atapuerca is one of the most important in Europe, with proof of the presence and examples of the way of life of hominids over a million years ago. The site is located in the small municipality of Atapuerca, about 20 km northeast of the city of Burgos. The remains of at least 32 people of different ages and both sexes were found in Sima de los Huesos, one of the best known samples of the people of the time. In 2000, it was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.