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L'Abri Cro-Magnon Museum
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Visiting the cradle of human species as we know it

Most of you have probably heard the name Cro-Magnon as a term describing the anatomically modern humans that roamed the Earth about 40,000 to 10,000 years ago. An interesting fact is that they had been named Cro-Magnons because of the place where their remains were discovered back in 1868 – the Cro-Magnon Rock Shelter in Les Eyzies, southwestern France. Intrigued yet? Here is everything you need to know about this unique location and the ways to experience it.

What is there to see at L’Abri Cro-Magnon?

A visit to the site encourages people to discover and experience the nature of Cro-Magnons by employing various innovative technologies. The prehistoric site is nowadays suited with interactive multimedia, holograms, and realistic scenography – it gives flesh to history and makes it easily comprehensible for everyone, children including.

Visitors start their journey from the small museum just in front of the site – this is where they get to know the basic history of the place. Then they can go to the original location where human remains were found in 1868. The encounter is concluded by a walking tour that aims to represent the natural environment back in Cro-Magnonean times – it is accompanied by a set of animal sounds and multimedia that are especially engaging for the little visitors.

All that being said, the natural landscape around the area is quite amazing all by itself. The beautiful scenery is attracting a lot of visitors who previously had no idea about the historical relevance of this  UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What is there to do near L’Abri Cro-Magnon?

The region is vibrant and rich in various cultural and natural phenomena, which makes it generally well-known among tourists from all over the world. It is accordingly suited with a variety of accommodations that guarantee a pleasurable experience.

After a visit to L’Abri Cro-Magnon, the guests of Les Eyziescan can decide to explore the perimeter by visiting other fascinating sites furtherly. The Strong House of Reignac and The International Center of Prehistory are both less than a kilometer away and make a perfect conclusion for the program.

Whoever feels like taking a rest already, can enjoy an excellent meal and refreshments in the Les Carottes Sont Cuites restaurant, located nearby, or take a sip of exceptional wine by the swimming pool of the Hotel-Restaurant les Glycines.

2 Chemin de Cro Magnon Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil, Nouvelle-Aquitaine. France ,24620

Where is it on the Map?

2 Chemin de Cro Magnon Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil, Nouvelle-Aquitaine. France ,24620

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Visiting the cradle of human species as we know it

Most of you have probably heard the name Cro-Magnon as a term describing the anatomically modern humans that roamed the Earth about 40,000 to 10,000 years ago. An interesting fact is that they had been named Cro-Magnons because of the place where their remains were discovered back in 1868 – the Cro-Magnon Rock Shelter in Les Eyzies, southwestern France. Intrigued yet? Here is everything you need to know about this unique location and the ways to experience it.

What is there to see at L’Abri Cro-Magnon?

A visit to the site encourages people to discover and experience the nature of Cro-Magnons by employing various innovative technologies. The prehistoric site is nowadays suited with interactive multimedia, holograms, and realistic scenography – it gives flesh to history and makes it easily comprehensible for everyone, children including.

Visitors start their journey from the small museum just in front of the site – this is where they get to know the basic history of the place. Then they can go to the original location where human remains were found in 1868. The encounter is concluded by a walking tour that aims to represent the natural environment back in Cro-Magnonean times – it is accompanied by a set of animal sounds and multimedia that are especially engaging for the little visitors.

All that being said, the natural landscape around the area is quite amazing all by itself. The beautiful scenery is attracting a lot of visitors who previously had no idea about the historical relevance of this  UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What is there to do near L’Abri Cro-Magnon?

The region is vibrant and rich in various cultural and natural phenomena, which makes it generally well-known among tourists from all over the world. It is accordingly suited with a variety of accommodations that guarantee a pleasurable experience.

After a visit to L’Abri Cro-Magnon, the guests of Les Eyziescan can decide to explore the perimeter by visiting other fascinating sites furtherly. The Strong House of Reignac and The International Center of Prehistory are both less than a kilometer away and make a perfect conclusion for the program.

Whoever feels like taking a rest already, can enjoy an excellent meal and refreshments in the Les Carottes Sont Cuites restaurant, located nearby, or take a sip of exceptional wine by the swimming pool of the Hotel-Restaurant les Glycines.

2 Chemin de Cro Magnon Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil, Nouvelle-Aquitaine. France ,24620

Where is it on the Map?

2 Chemin de Cro Magnon Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil, Nouvelle-Aquitaine. France ,24620

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Explore more nearby places in France, New Aquitaine

Visiting the cradle of human species as we know it

Most of you have probably heard the name Cro-Magnon as a term describing the anatomically modern humans that roamed the Earth about 40,000 to 10,000 years ago. An interesting fact is that they had been named Cro-Magnons because of the place where their remains were discovered back in 1868 – the Cro-Magnon Rock Shelter in Les Eyzies, southwestern France. Intrigued yet? Here is everything you need to know about this unique location and the ways to experience it.

What is there to see at L’Abri Cro-Magnon?

A visit to the site encourages people to discover and experience the nature of Cro-Magnons by employing various innovative technologies. The prehistoric site is nowadays suited with interactive multimedia, holograms, and realistic scenography – it gives flesh to history and makes it easily comprehensible for everyone, children including.

Visitors start their journey from the small museum just in front of the site – this is where they get to know the basic history of the place. Then they can go to the original location where human remains were found in 1868. The encounter is concluded by a walking tour that aims to represent the natural environment back in Cro-Magnonean times – it is accompanied by a set of animal sounds and multimedia that are especially engaging for the little visitors.

All that being said, the natural landscape around the area is quite amazing all by itself. The beautiful scenery is attracting a lot of visitors who previously had no idea about the historical relevance of this  UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What is there to do near L’Abri Cro-Magnon?

The region is vibrant and rich in various cultural and natural phenomena, which makes it generally well-known among tourists from all over the world. It is accordingly suited with a variety of accommodations that guarantee a pleasurable experience.

After a visit to L’Abri Cro-Magnon, the guests of Les Eyziescan can decide to explore the perimeter by visiting other fascinating sites furtherly. The Strong House of Reignac and The International Center of Prehistory are both less than a kilometer away and make a perfect conclusion for the program.

Whoever feels like taking a rest already, can enjoy an excellent meal and refreshments in the Les Carottes Sont Cuites restaurant, located nearby, or take a sip of exceptional wine by the swimming pool of the Hotel-Restaurant les Glycines.

2 Chemin de Cro Magnon Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil, Nouvelle-Aquitaine. France ,24620

Where is it on the Map?

2 Chemin de Cro Magnon Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil, Nouvelle-Aquitaine. France ,24620

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