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France · Europe · ✦ UNESCO World Heritage Site

Exceptional

One of the last authentic polychrome caves still open; every visit may be the last

Age

~17,000 yrs

Period

Magdalenian

Setting

Cave

Art form

Paintings

Discovered

1901

Status

Open (Strictly Limited Visits)

⧗ See it on the timeline

One of the last authentic polychrome-painted prehistoric caves still open to the public. Over 200 figures including bison, horses, mammoths and reindeer. Visitor numbers are strictly capped to protect the irreplaceable paintings.

Gallery

Notable Features

◦ Five Bison Panel
◦ Reindeer Polychrome
◦ Facing Mammoths

Depicted Subjects

BisonReindeerHorsesMammothsWoolly Rhinoceros

Plan a Visit

AccessThis cave can be visited.

BookingAdvance booking required — places are limited

Sources & Further Reading

◈ Official site ≡ Wikipedia ✦ UNESCO listing ➤ Directions

Hours & prices change — always confirm on the official site before travelling.