LASCAUX IV Centre International de l'Art pariétal

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Opening hours

Closed

Monday 09:00 am - 06:00 pm
Tuesday 09:00 am - 06:00 pm
Wednesday 09:00 am - 06:00 pm
Thursday 09:00 am - 06:00 pm
Friday 09:00 am - 06:00 pm
Saturday 09:00 am - 06:00 pm
Sunday 09:00 am - 06:00 pm

Opens Saturday at 09:00 amDetailed schedules

Useful information

Location : In the countryside

Province : Black Périgord

Services

Chèques Vacances (Holiday voucher)
Dutch spoken
English spoken
Groups

English
- Travel to the heart of man.
  
  Lascaux IV is the unique opportunity to discover the entire cave! Thanks to the exceptional work of the authors of the facsimiles, you will find yourself as it was 20,000 years ago in this masterpiece of rock art. Explore spaces retracing the history of discovery, rock art in the world and links with contemporary art. Thanks to cutting-edge technology and exceptional scientific work, come and live a unique experience!
  
  Also discover thematic tours throughout the year!
  
  • "Your Lascaux" to visit at your own pace with family or friends. Visit at your own pace with family or friends. AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH
  
  • "Prestige Tour" for prehistoric enthusiasts.
  
  • "Enigmes à Lascaux", a fun family visit.
  
  • "Storytelling tour" for children and parents
  
  And also workshops for children and adults NEW 2020 TEMPORARY EXHIBITION BY Caroline Desnoëttes "CONTINUUM"
  
  In September, Lascaux celebrates the 80th anniversary of the discovery.
  
  Find the whole program on www.lascaux.fr
  
  Opening 2020 :
  
  • From 27/01 to 03/04 from 10 am to 6 pm
  • From 04/04 to 05/07 from 9 am to 7 pm
  • From 06/07 to 19/07 from 8:30 am at 8:30 p.m.
  • From 7/20 to 2/08 from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. - From 3/08 to 8/21 from 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
  • From 8/22 to 8/28 from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
  • From 8/29 to 9/27 from 9h to 19h
  • From 28/09 to 01/11 from 9:30 to 19h
  • From 02/11 to 03/01/21 from 10h to 18h
  
  Want a Lascaux IV video?
  Consult the report of the Guide du Périgord at the International Center of Parietal Art!
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Traveller Reviews Google

4.4 sur 5 8027 reviews

3 sur 5 Reviews posted by Joanna YW on 13/10/2020

Bunker-like overbuilt structure reminiscent of communist era. (Big, ugly, overwhelming...) what an eyesore in the landscape and a burden on the environment. Thousands of tons of concrete, wasteful and repulsive. it doesn't feel natural, it contradicts the idea of a "cave". the architect should be shot. ZERO stars for that. inside, however, is a different story. Despite KNOWING it is just a facsimile, we felt the art was very well done, and I had to remind myself it is just a copy. 5 stars for that. overpriced at 20 euro, I guess we have to pay off the mortgage for the ridiculous concrete monster.
2 sur 5 Reviews posted by Mr J (J) on 25/08/2020

It seems like COVID-19 isn't taking part at Lascaux IV as the groups are way too crowded and aren't controlled well. No one can keep 1 meter distance. Groups are mixed walking through each other. The cave is too small to go with 30 participants. We didn't see a lot as we were at the back of the line. If you were able to see the explaination, it's worth the price. If not it's a ripoff.
4 sur 5 Reviews posted by Mike F. on 16/09/2020

A stunning reproduction of the original caves housed in a state of the art building. An entertaining and knowledgeable guide made the long journey worthwhile. As with some other reviews the group size was too large to respect social distancing.

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2231 reviews

"Amazing"

Reviews posted by PauloDucato (Thonon-les-Bains, France) on 06/09/2020

Wow - blown away by the reproduction and quality of the pre-history at the site. The guide, Christian really brought the whole trip to life with his insight and commentary. I can't recommend this...
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"Excellent visitor attraction."

Reviews posted by DianaMontignac (Montignac, France) on 08/07/2020

Well worth a visit if you are on holiday in the area. The interactive display area is well thought out. The cafe is pleasant and offers a good choice of beverages and snacks. The grounds are very...
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"Extremely well presented museum"

Reviews posted by fairbutcritical (london) on 04/11/2019

This is a slick operation that is well thought out. Re-creations of the how it was discovered, an exact life size replica of the caves followed by the “atelier” where you could see parts of it in...
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