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Cave of Gargas

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Cave of Gargas, Prehistoric cave site in Aventignan, France

The Gargas cave system consists of two interconnected chambers with entrances opening on the north-northwest side of a limestone mountain chain.

Between 29,000 and 22,000 years ago, Cro-Magnon groups regularly inhabited these caves, leaving behind tools, hearths, and hunting artifacts.

The cave walls display 231 negative hand prints created using stencil techniques, with many showing incomplete fingers, leading to multiple research interpretations.

Guided tours lasting one hour require advance reservations through the visitor center, with access to permanent exhibitions about prehistoric life.

The cave maintains a constant temperature of 11 degrees Celsius throughout its 700-meter length, preserving prehistoric artwork and archaeological remains.

Location: Aventignan

GPS coordinates: 43.05557,0.53629

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:42

Photo author: Original by Félix Régnault (Born in 1847 - Dead in 1908) - Scan on Flickr by Bibliothèque de Toulouse
Photo license: Public domain

Photo author: Gerard pe
Photo license: GFDL

Historic sites off the tourist routes in France

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From medieval towers to Roman theaters, this selection presents historical sites across France. The locations include fortresses, castles, prehistoric caves, and ancient temples. Each site offers insights into different periods of French history, from prehistory to Renaissance.

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Cave of Gargas

Cave of Gargas, Prehistoric cave site in Aventignan, France

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