Paléosite Archaeological Excavation Campaign
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Dates
June 15 – July 17, 2026
Location
Paléosite
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Archaeological excavations resume at the Paleosite and more precisely at the archaeological site La Roche à Pierrot, where Pierrette's skeleton was discovered in 1979, a Neanderthal individual! The team of archaeologists, led by Isabelle Crevecoeur, a research fellow at CNRS, will be present for a month to carry out a new archaeological excavation campaign. The world-famous Paleosite is exceptional because it is one of the few sites that cover the period of cohabitation between Sapiens and Neanderthals.
For a month, visitors will have the chance to observe archaeologists at work during the guided tours. A unique opportunity to discover behind the scenes of scientific research, to better understand excavation methods, and to learn more about this emblematic site of Prehistory.Participants
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Neither a traditional museum nor a theme park, the Paleosite of Saint-Césaire is a unique museum space associated with an interpretation center dedicated to Neanderthals. Located near a major archaeological site, it is a place designed to help people understand, explore, and experience prehistory through immersive experiences and activities accessible to all.
