About this place
Parque de la Prehistoria de Teverga is one of the most distinctive cultural sites in Asturias, standing at the entrance to the village of San Salvador de Alesga, within the municipality of Teverga, in the green mountain valleys of central Asturias.
What will you see at the park?
The park was created as a project with no precedent in Europe — a place designed to trace the evolution of humankind alongside the origins of art. Its centerpiece is an impressive collection of full-scale replicas of European rock art dating from 10,000 to 40,000 years ago. Visitors can walk through faithful reproductions of paintings from some of the continent's most celebrated caves: Altamira, Lascaux, Chauvet and Niaux, together with the Spanish sites of Tito Bustillo, Covalanas, Candamo, Covaciella and Llonín.
The visit is organized around two main areas. The first, the Gallery, guides visitors through the history of Paleolithic art using images, audiovisual displays, replica objects and pieces of significant historical value. The second, known as the Cave of Caves (Cueva de las Cuevas), brings together reproductions of the most important rock art from across Europe in a single space — allowing visitors to see in one visit what would otherwise require traveling to a dozen different countries.
Beyond the exhibition halls, the grounds include a walking route past animal enclosures known as the "bear corners," referencing the fauna that shared the landscape with prehistoric humans, along with a reconstructed prehistoric settlement showing how daily life looked during the Stone Age. Another notable feature is a 17th-century hórreo, the traditional raised Asturian granary, a reminder of the region's long history beyond its prehistoric chapter.
How do you get there?
The park sits in San Salvador de Alesga, in the municipality of Teverga, reached from Oviedo by heading southwest through the scenic mountain valleys of central Asturias. The area is known for its peaks, gorges and traditional rural architecture, so the drive itself is part of the experience, running through countryside typical of inland Asturias.
When should you visit?
The park is best visited during the warmer months, when all outdoor areas are fully accessible, including the animal enclosures and the walking route around the reconstructed settlement. Plan for a few hours, since the visit combines indoor exhibition halls with outdoor activity.
Who is it for?
Parque de la Prehistoria de Teverga is an educational destination aimed at families with children as well as history and art enthusiasts. Its approach — blending full-scale replicas, multimedia and reconstructions — makes the subject of prehistory accessible even to young visitors, while still offering substantial content for anyone interested in archaeology and art history.
Frequently asked questions
Where exactly is the park located? At the entrance to the village of San Salvador de Alesga, in the municipality of Teverga, in central Asturias.
Which cave art replicas can you see there? Reproductions of paintings from Altamira, Lascaux, Chauvet and Niaux, along with the Spanish sites of Tito Bustillo, Covalanas, Candamo, Covaciella and Llonín.
How long does a visit take? Since the park is split between the exhibition areas (the Gallery and the Cave of Caves) and outdoor sections with animal enclosures and the reconstructed settlement, it's worth setting aside a few hours.
Is the park suitable for children? Yes, the mix of multimedia, replicas and reconstructions makes it accessible and engaging for visitors of all ages, including families with children.
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