Prehistorical Cave of the Merveilles
Cave paintings
Region : Midi-Pyrénées
Description:
Rocamadour Cave gives to your eyes the spectacle of stalactites that accompanies the rock paintings dating from the Upper Paleolithic, that is to say 20,000 years ago.Thus, many representations of hands, horses and deers will show you an aspect of the antique spiritual but also physical life.
A somewhat mystical atmosphere still comes from these places.
Planning:
The visit of the cave lasts 40 minutes.The cave is open from April to November and during All Saints holidays, at the following schedule:
- from April to June and in September: from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.,
- In July and August: from 9:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.,
- In October and November: from 10:00 to 12:00 and from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Groups are welcome with appointment. Disclaimer : The management team of the destination has the possibility to change the opening days and hours without prior communication.
Comments:
A parking eases the access by car.Games for children are located nearby.
The cave is located 100 meters from the panorama, near the tourist office of the Hospitalet.
Address:
L'Hospitalet, 46500 RocamadourN 44°48'01'', E 01° 37'07''
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