Paleontological site of Cerin, Paleontological site in Marchamp, France.
The site contains fossil deposits within the lithographic limestone formations at 560 meters above sea level in the Jura Mountains region.
Engineer Aimé Drian discovered the first fossils at this location in 1838, leading to scientific collaborations with geologist Victor Thiollière.
The Musée des Confluences in Lyon displays 24 fossil specimens from the site, representing the regional natural heritage of eastern France.
Visitors can learn about prehistoric life forms through exhibits at the Musée paléoécologique de Cerin, which presents findings from local excavations.
The limestone deposits preserve prints of marine creatures from 153 million years ago when the area was a tropical lagoon during the Late Kimmeridgian period.
Location: Marchamp
GPS coordinates: 45.77889,5.55417
Latest update: March 26, 2025 09:12
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