Parc de la Préhistoire, Educational prehistoric theme park in Tarascon-sur-Ariège, France.
The Grand Atelier museum space spans 2,500 square meters and features films, artifacts, and full-size replicas of ancient cave paintings and tools.
The park recreates the daily activities of Cro-Magnon inhabitants from 16,000 years ago through detailed archaeological research and scientific documentation.
Visitors participate in authentic prehistoric workshops led by specialists, learning flint carving, fire starting, hunting techniques, and cave wall painting.
The facility operates from Monday to Sunday between 10:00 AM and 7:00 PM, with entry fees of €12.50 for adults and €9 for children.
The park includes a reconstructed prehistoric camp where guests practice survival skills and examine life-size replicas of Ice Age animals.
Location: Tarascon-sur-Ariège
Address: Rte de Surba À Banat, 09400 Tarascon-sur-Ariège
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-19:00
Phone: +33561058786
Website: https://sites-touristiques-ariege.fr/parc-de-la-prehistoire
GPS coordinates: 42.85582,1.57445
Latest update: April 3, 2025 08:35
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