Radiocarbon dating confirms 10,000 years of continuous human occupation in the Pyrenees

Researchers from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona have developed a database revealing a rich history of human presence in the region.

by Editorial Staff|Jun 16, 2026|1 MIN READ|WORLD

Summary

  • Study includes 124 carbon-14-dated samples.
  • Chronological sequence constructed for 380 sites.
  • Findings highlight the significance of the Aigüestortes i Estany region.

Key Facts

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Research Institution Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Number of Samples 124
Number of Sites 380
Time Span 10,000 years

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