Abri Pataud, Archaeological site in Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil, France.
The sedimentary record of Abri Pataud reaches 9 meters in height, containing 40 distinct periods of human occupation from 33,000 to 17,000 years before present.
Marcel Pataud discovered flint tools on his land in 1880, leading to excavations that revealed numerous artifacts, tools, and a low-relief ibex carving.
The excavated layers contain tools made of flint, bone, and antler, along with food remains, hearths, and burial sites from Upper Paleolithic civilizations.
The site includes a museum of 75 square meters displaying important artifacts, with guided tours available through the National Museum of Natural History.
Research teams have uncovered over 2 million items, including tools, beads, and animal remains that reveal the material culture of prehistoric inhabitants.
Location: Les Eyzies
Address: Le Claud
GPS coordinates: 44.93840,1.01169
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:45
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