Lloma de Betxí

Paterna, Spain

The Lloma de Betxí is a Bronze Age archaeological site in the municipality of Paterna (Valencian Community). It was established around 1800-1300 BCE. 

This site has provided relevant to the interpretation of the construction techniques of the Bronze Age elements. First, the presence of a complex system of terracing on the slope, which at the top are occupied by a building consisting of two large departments and a side corridor. The reconstruction of the two upper rooms, from the accumulated sedimentation, yields a result of a height greater than 4m. This allows considering the existence of an upper floor or attic, which could be used as housing or domestic space.

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Founded: 1800-1300 BCE
Category: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in Spain

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jose blasco cervera (11 months ago)
Access should be fixed
Arturo Garcia (2 years ago)
The explanatory posters of the site are very interesting, they allow you to get an idea of ​​life back then and discover places from the views.
Javi (3 years ago)
Very pleasant walk until you arrive, it is always curious to see a primitive enclave in a natural environment, it can be completed with a visit to the Turia which is a few hundred meters away, if you go from the Vallesa area.
Guyver II (4 years ago)
Bronze Age remnants from 1800-1300 BC. Bike ride from Valencia is pleasant, mostly bike trail and secondary roads. However, you need a GOOD MTB or gravel bike once you get closer to the settlement. Very rough trail heading up, mud, large rocks, gravel. Probably around a 100 meter climb. Very little signage indicating the correct trails, which is a shame. The actual site has signs in Catalán and Spanish. Very nice views from the top.
Fede Cortes (5 years ago)
Easy excursion for a morning. It is easy to get there from the La Vallesa stop. It is not signposted but according to the directions on Google Maps you can get there easily. The views from the ruins of the natural park and Ribarroja are worth it. The route is not difficult and takes about an hour or so. If you enter from the Entrepins halt, the trenches of the civil war are also close by.
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