Tumulus de la Hogue, Neolithic burial mound in Fontenay-le-Marmion, France
The rectangular tumulus measures 40 meters in length and 30 meters in width, containing twelve circular stone burial chambers with diameters between 4 and 5 meters.
The Society of Antiquaries of Normandy discovered the site in 1829, leading to initial archaeological excavations that revealed ancient burial practices from 4500-4000 BCE.
The burial chambers demonstrate the evolution of Neolithic funeral practices along the French Atlantic coast through their structural design and arrangement patterns.
The archaeological site stands in the Calvados department of Normandy, maintaining its status as a protected historical monument since December 26, 1905.
Within Chamber A, researchers found various funeral items including perforated canine teeth and pendants made from ivory and amber.
Location: Fontenay-le-Marmion
GPS coordinates: 49.09570,-0.36236
Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:00
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