Gisement préhistorique de la Pierre-aux-Fées, Prehistoric archaeological site in Cepoy, France.
The Gisement préhistorique de la Pierre-aux-Fées is an archaeological site in Cepoy holding remains from Stone Age human settlements in the Loiret region. The location consists of layered soil containing artifacts and traces that researchers study to understand early settlement patterns in the area.
The site received official protected status as a historic monument through a 1977 decree, marking its importance to Upper Paleolithic period research. This recognition preserved the location for archaeological study of early human presence in the region.
The site holds artifacts showing how people settled and moved through this area during prehistoric times, with evidence of hunting, tool-making, and daily survival practices. These findings reveal patterns of human activity that shaped life in the ancient Centre-Val de Loire.
The site is not freely accessible and requires advance permission from local authorities or the property owner. Visitors should contact Cepoy's local administration to inquire about possible access arrangements or guided visits.
The location is also known as La Grosse Pierre, a reference to a large rock formation visible at the site. In French archaeological records, the plot is registered under the cadastral reference AD 297.
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