Heritage space
Cuevas del Conventico
Historic underground complex excavated from the rock in Melilla la Vieja
History
Its construction dates from the 18th century. They were mainly used in times of danger, serving to shelter the population, religious images, and to officiate Mass. There was even a bread oven.
Contents
Divided into three levels, the entrance level is set out in an irregular gallery with cliff-facing windows. A staircase leads down to the lower level, the most monumental, which has a floor plan in the shape of a papal cross, with a wide nave longitudinally crossed by three others.
The intermediate level was the ossuary of the church and today it serves as access to the Cala de Trápana.
Address and contact
Timetable
Guided tours can be arranged by telephone. 952 97 62 01 of the email ciudadmonumental@melilla.es.
Winter timetable
Tuesday to Saturday, 10.00–14.00 and 16.30–20.00.
Sundays from 10:30 to 14:00.
Closed on Mondays.
| Tomorrow | Afternoon | Sunday |
|---|---|---|
| First pass at 10:45 | First show of 16:45 | First pass at 10:45 |
| 2nd pass at 11:45 | 2nd screening at 17:45 | 2nd pass at 11:45 |
| 3rd screening at 12.45 | Third showing of 18:45 | 3rd screening at 12.45 |
Summer time
From Tuesday to Saturday, 10:30 to 14:00 and 17:00 to 21:00.
Sundays from 10:30 to 14:00.
Closed on Mondays.
| Tomorrow | Afternoon | Sunday |
|---|---|---|
| First pass at 10:45 | First showing at 18:15 | First pass at 10:45 |
| 2nd pass at 11:45 | 2nd screening at 19:15 | 2nd pass at 11:45 |
| 3rd screening at 12.45 | 3rd shift from 20:00 | 3rd screening at 12.45 |
Gallery
Images from space
Location