Grotte préhistorique de Foissac
FOISSAC , Aveyron – Cultural heritage
About
Come and meet the life of prehistoric men in the magical setting of the cave. Unique concretions and prehistoric remains in place.
Covered with millions of calcite bubbles, the cave of Foissac is also a true Pompeii of prehistory: the collapse of the prehistoric entrance, 5000 years ago, has frozen and preserved the life of Neolithic men. We can see clay quarries, pottery, tools, weapons, jewelry, but also 60 burials. It is the only cave in France where we can observe real human skeletons, and the only decorated cave in Aveyron.
The cave can be visited on foot (about an hour) with a guide, along a track following the underground river.
Capacity: 30 people every 15 minutes (reservation recommended during the summer). Guided tour for groups by appointment.
Labels : Le Routard guide
Spoken languages : French – English
Opening
- From mardi 1 avril 2025 to vendredi 30 mai 2025
- From dimanche 1 juin 2025 to lundi 30 juin 2025
- From mardi 1 juillet 2025 to dimanche 31 août 2025
- From lundi 1 septembre 2025 to mardi 30 septembre 2025
- From mercredi 1 octobre 2025 to vendredi 31 octobre 2025
Prices
- From 7€
- From 12,5€
- From 8€
Payment
- Carte bancaire
- Cheque
- Chèques Vacances
- Cash
Services
Facilities
- Car park
- Coach parking
- Toilets
- Picnic area
Services
- Shop
- Visites groupes guidées
- Visites pédagogiques
- Bar
- Guided tours
