Le Régourdou

Le Régourdou is an archaeological site with cave formations near Montignac-Lascaux where Neanderthal remains and artifacts were uncovered. The natural cave chambers extend underground and reveal geological layers from different periods of time.

The site was discovered in 1957 when someone was searching for another entrance to the Lascaux caves. The find revealed traces of one of the oldest known burials of Neanderthal people in Western Europe.

The place carries the story of Neanderthal people through its excavations and displays, showing how these early humans lived in the region. Visitors can connect with the daily lives of these inhabitants and see how they adapted to their surroundings.

The site is accessible to visitors who wish to join guided tours, with multiple languages offered. It is wise to check in advance which tours are available and how to best reach the location.

The site is home to bears that live there and show which animals inhabited the region in prehistoric times. These animals help visitors imagine what the environment looked like when people lived here.

Location: Montignac-Lascaux

Website: http://regourdou.fr

GPS coordinates: 45.05497,1.17880

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:04