Site archéologique du lac de Chalain

Lake Chalain contains remains of wooden constructions built on stilts along the water's edge between 5000 and 500 BCE in eastern France.

The archaeological excavations at Lake Chalain revealed multiple human settlements, including villages constructed on wooden posts during the Neolithic period.

The underwater environment preserved numerous artifacts, including wood, textiles, and food remnants, providing information about early agricultural societies in Alpine regions.

The archaeological remains are not accessible to visitors, but exhibitions about the discoveries are presented at the Clairvaux archaeology museum.

The site forms part of 111 prehistoric pile dwelling locations around the Alps, recognized by UNESCO for their scientific value and preservation status.

Location: Marigny

Location: Fontenu

Location: Doucier

Part of: prehistoric pile dwellings around the Alps

Website: https://whc.unesco.org/fr/list/1363

GPS coordinates: 46.67360,5.77583

Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:07