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Pierre Percée, Neolithic menhir in Draché, France

Pierre Percee is a limestone standing stone in Draché that rises approximately 2.5 meters high and features a distinctive oval hole about 35 centimeters across in its upper portion. This perforation is what sets it apart from other megalithic stones in the region.

Early 18th-century archaeological excavations revealed this stone served as the front of a funeral chamber dating to around 3000 BC. The Neolithic construction showed careful planning in building this burial structure.

Local people believed the stone possessed healing powers, with visitors rubbing against it or passing through the hole to seek relief from various ailments. This folk practice shows how the monument remained alive in community memory across generations.

The menhir stands near the center of Draché and is easily accessible via a nearby parking area. Visitors can explore this location without special requirements or barriers.

The stone retained its distinctive hole, which was originally part of its design as a burial chamber facade but later became tied to local healing beliefs. This rare feature made it a place where practical function and spiritual meaning merged over time.

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December 9, 2025 12:26
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