Site archéologique du Rozel, Archaeological site in Le Rozel, France.
Description
The Rozel site is an archaeological location on the Normandy coast with remains from prehistoric settlements. Numerous stone tools, animal bones, and evidence of food preparation were discovered there.
History
The site was discovered in 1967 and revealed Middle Paleolithic finds including flint tools and animal remains from around 80,000 years ago. This discovery provided important insights into early human history.
Culture
The excavations show how Neanderthals lived and hunted here, with traces of their daily activities such as animal processing areas and temporary camps. These findings help us understand how these early people existed along the Norman coast.
Practical
Archaeological teams work at the site during summer months when weather and conditions are favorable for excavation. Protective structures were installed in 2012 to safeguard the site from erosion caused by rising sea levels.
Did you know?
The site preserves around 2,600 Neanderthal footprints and hand impressions, making it unparalleled in this regard. Such preserved hand traces are extremely rare worldwide and offer a direct sense of these early people.
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