Parc de la Préhistoire

Parc de la Préhistoire is a theme park in Tarascon-sur-Ariège that shows early human life through museum displays, recreated paintings, and tool reproductions. The site also includes a reconstructed camp area and demonstrates how people interacted with their surroundings in that era.

The park focuses on the Cro-Magnon people from about 16,000 years ago and shows how archaeologists learned about this period. The displays are based on scientific findings from excavations and research conducted in the region.

The site shows how early people managed daily tasks and what skills were essential for survival in their time. Visitors can see how tools were made and what role hunting and fire played in everyday life.

A visit requires time to explore the different areas and try the activities on site. The best preparation is wearing comfortable shoes, as you will walk quite a bit and some sections are outdoors.

The park offers the chance to learn traditional fire-making and flint-working under expert guidance, which sets the visit apart from just watching. These practical skills give an unexpected insight into the techniques and tricks that early people used daily.

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: December 15, 2025 13:26