Prehistoric Shelters of Laugerie Basse An unmissable prehistoric site to visit in the Périgord Noir

LAUGERIE-BASSE: EXPERIENCE THE HISTORY OF MEN

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the prehistoric rock shelters of Laugerie-Basse are an exceptional testament to human life during the Magdalenian period. These rock shelters, used by our ancestors, served as both refuges and living spaces. Discovered during major archaeological excavations in the 19th century, they have become an essential reference for prehistorians worldwide.

Visitor experiences for a journey into the past

• Self-guided tour: Explore the Laugerie-Basse rock shelters at your own pace and delve into a spectacular natural fissure, where you'll discover how and why these prehistoric people chose this location to settle. Using a digital tablet and interactive panels, you can touch, see, and imagine the lives of our ancestors. TICKET OFFICE
  
  
• Cro-Magnon Workshop: For families, the "Cro-Magnon" workshop is a fun experience that introduces children to prehistoric life. Explore the objects used by humans in the past and learn how to build a prehistoric tent with an instructor!
  
  
• Combined ticket: Just outside the village of Les Eyzies, explore two unmissable prehistoric sites. Enjoy a special rate to visit the Grotte du Grand Roc and the Laugerie-Basse prehistoric shelters. TICKET OFFICE
  

Why come and discover this site?

• Dwellings occupied since prehistoric times
• More than 600 archaeological remains discovered
• Workshops in the shoes of Cro-Magnon
• A short walk from the Grand Roc Cave