Quelfennec, Archaeological quarry in Plussulien, France
The stone quarry extends over 310 meters and contains metadolerite type A, which was extracted for the production of polished stone axes.
The archaeological site, discovered in 1964 by Charles-Tanguy Le Roux, operated intensively between 3500 and 1800 BCE for stone tool production.
The quarry produced approximately 5000 axes annually, which were distributed across Western France, Northwestern Europe, the British Isles, and Belgium.
The dolerite from this location exhibits superior hardness compared to granite, making it particularly effective for creating durable stone tools.
The total production during its operation period reached between 2 and 3 million axes, contributing to major forest clearing operations.
Location: Plussulien
GPS coordinates: 48.25633,-3.05281
Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:54
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