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Arcy-sur-Cure Caves

France · Europe
Prehistoric cave art at Arcy-sur-Cure Caves© Basicdesign · CC BY-SA 4.0
Notable

Possible Neanderthal authorship makes this one of the most contested sites in science

Age
~28,000 yrs
Period
Châtelperronian
Setting
Cave
Art form
Paintings
Discovered
1990
Status
Closed (Research Only)
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A cave complex in Burgundy whose Grande Grotte contains art possibly made by Neanderthals — making it one of the most controversial Paleolithic sites in Europe. Currently accessible only to researchers.

Gallery

Notable Features

  • ◦ Possible Neanderthal Origin
  • ◦ Animal Engravings
  • ◦ Abstract Symbols

Depicted Subjects

MammothsRhinocerosesBearsAbstract Signs

Plan a Visit

AccessClosed to the public.
Sources & Further Reading
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