Pincevent

Pincevent is an archaeological site with multiple excavation areas where researchers study traces of hunting camps and animal bones from prehistoric times. The site features permanent protective structures covering the excavated layers and artifacts.

The site was first investigated starting in 1962 when archaeologists discovered settlements from the period of reindeer hunters. The excavated layers date back approximately 12,000 years to when people seasonally inhabited this location.

The excavation findings show how hunter-gatherers lived and organized their camps at this location. These details about daily life from thousands of years ago offer insights into communities that worked and survived in very different ways.

The location is designed for research work and study, with areas set up for field investigations under professional guidance. Visitors should check ahead since not all areas may be open to the public at all times.

At this location, the precise positions of ancient objects have been preserved in the ground, allowing researchers to reconstruct the life from 12,000 years ago almost like a snapshot. The spatial arrangement of finds reveals where people sat, ate, and used their tools.

Location: La Grande-Paroisse

GPS coordinates: 48.36857,2.89361

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:45