Tumulus of Bougon, Prehistoric burial mound in Bougon, France
The necropolis contains five separate burial mounds, each featuring distinct architectural designs and arrangements of internal chambers and passageways.
The site represents burial practices from 4700 to 3500 BCE, with Tumulus E being the oldest structure built at the beginning of the 5th millennium BCE.
Archaeological excavations revealed 220 skeletons in Tumulus A, along with numerous artifacts that demonstrate the funeral practices of Neolithic communities.
The burial mounds are accessible through guided tours, with an interpretative center and museum displaying archaeological findings within a former Cistercian priory.
A 90-tonne megalith serves as the capstone of Tumulus A, demonstrating the advanced engineering capabilities of Neolithic builders in western France.
Location: Bougon
GPS coordinates: 46.37400,-0.06750
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:38
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