Grande Pierre, Neolithic megalith in Louzouer, France.
Grande Pierre is a Neolithic standing stone that rises west of Louzouer village. Its western section is made of sandstone while the eastern part is formed from puddingstone, creating two distinct geological materials in one structure.
The stone originates from the Neolithic period and ranks among the region's important standing stones. It received official protection as a registered historical monument in 1983, ensuring its long-term preservation.
The stone is also known as the Menhir de la Chaise, or Pierre de Minuit. According to local folklore, women seeking fertility climbed onto its top and straddled the chair-shaped upper part, rather than sitting on it.
The stone sits in an open and accessible location west of Louzouer village. You can visit during your travels in the area, though the setting is rural with limited facilities nearby.
The stone is also known as Pierre de Minuit, or Midnight Stone, a name the sources record alongside Grande Pierre and Menhir de la Chaise. It stands about 4 km west of Louzouer village and 1 km south of the A19, on the boundary with the commune of Griselles.
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