Grotte Duruthy, Prehistoric cave entrance in Sorde-l'Abbaye, France
Located at the base of Pastou cliff along the Gave d'Oloron river, Grotte Duruthy features geological formations and archaeological excavation areas.
Louis Lartet discovered the cave in December 1873, leading to excavations that revealed human remains alongside bear and lion teeth from the Magdalenian period.
The cave contains numerous Magdalenian artifacts, including decorated bones and carved objects, which demonstrate the artistic capabilities of prehistoric inhabitants.
The site requires guided visits for preservation purposes and can be reached via Route de Salies, with several accommodation options available in Sorde-l'Abbaye.
Archaeological excavations uncovered Sorde 1, an adult human skeleton accompanied by 55 cave bear and cave lion canines showing signs of human modification.
Location: Sorde-l'Abbaye
Address: 2161 Route de Salies (D 29) 40300
GPS coordinates: 43.51632,-1.02688
Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:54
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