Höhle von Cotencher, Prehistoric cave in Rochefort, Switzerland
The limestone cave extends into the northern slope of Areuse Gorge, containing multiple chambers with preserved sedimentary layers from the Pleistocene period.
Discovered in 1867, the cave yielded over 450 stone artifacts and Neanderthal remains, including a female upper jawbone dating back more than 70,000 years.
The cave holds status as a Class A Swiss cultural property, representing the earliest archaeological site in Neuchatel canton and containing significant prehistoric tools.
Visitors need helmets and sturdy shoes to access the cave between June and September, with guided tours available for groups of 5 to 15 people.
Seven bat species and numerous invertebrates inhabit the cave chambers, making it both an archaeological treasure and an active natural ecosystem.
Location: Rochefort
Location: Neuchâtel
GPS coordinates: 46.96371,6.80250
Latest update: March 10, 2025 17:01
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