Laugerie-Basse, Prehistoric rock shelter in Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil, France.
The archaeological site of Laugerie-Basse lies along limestone cliffs on the right bank of the Vézère River, featuring two distinct rock shelters used by early humans.
Archaeologists Édouard Lartet and Henry Christy initiated the first excavations at Laugerie-Basse in 1863, uncovering over 600 Magdalenian artifacts and important prehistoric art objects.
The site contains numerous artifacts from the Magdalenian period, including the notable Venus figurine discovered in 1864, which established a new category of prehistoric art.
Visitors can explore the site through digital tablets and informative panels, with a combined ticket option available for access to both Laugerie-Basse and Grotte du Grand Roc.
The main shelter preserves evidence of continuous human occupation from 14,000 to 10,000 years ago, while the Marseilles shelter extends from 17,000 to 7,000 years before present.
Location: Les Eyzies
Part of: Prehistoric Sites and Decorated Caves of the Vézère Valley
GPS coordinates: 44.95097,0.99917
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:45
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