Lascaux II
The Most-Visited Cave Paintings in the World!
Lascaux II
Discovery
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Vézère valley in the Dordogne teems with prehistoric sites, boasting no fewer than 147 deposits and 25 caves decorated with cave paintings, including the famous Lascaux Cave at Montignac.
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The first reproduction cave in the world, which includes the two most famous galleries: the Hall of the Bulls and the Axial Diverticulum. Located a few hundred meters from the original cave, Lascaux II is the perfect place to really experience the cave paintings.
Read moreIn September 1940, a young man named Marcel Ravidat discovered a cavity in a Lascaux hillside and four days later, accompanied by his friends, Jacques Marsal, Georges Agniel and Simon Coencas, he slipped down into a cave where the four teenagers discovered numerous cave paintings. A cave-painting legend was born!
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Take advantage of a visit (limited to a maximum of 30 people) to fully appreciate the sheer force of Lascaux and place this masterpiece in Prehistory, among the evolution of mankind and the history of tool-making. Take the time to enjoy the original entrance to the cave before entering its torchlit reproduction and immerse yourself in cave art with an in-depth visit of the Hall of Bulls and the Axial Gallery.
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The first impression as you enter the cave is just: WOW, it’s incredible!!! What can you say about these artists of old (and the present day), is it perhaps their ability to bring art to life? Time seems to have...
Tatiana
Lascaux II
Since the hillside has been turned into a ‘sanctuary’, I am delighted to welcome the public to a conservation site in the heart of the Lascaux woods, very close to the original cave. The torchlit visits where...
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Marion
In the footsteps of our ancestors and their culture. A visit to Lascaux II is a magical journey through the sacred shamanism of prehistoric man.
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Laura
This visit is an absolute must! Learning more about local history and, of course, the famous Lascaux caves was really enjoyable!The visit is detailed and our guide was very professional and, above all, passionate about the subject – his enthusiasm was palpable throughout the visit. The paintings themselves are absolutely magnificent.
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Frédéric
To find yourself in the shoes of the young Marcel as he discovered the Lascaux Cave, such is the program awaiting you at Lascaux II.A fantastic guide whose explanations take you right back to 1940. The paintings have been reproduced identically and are amazing. A definite must-see!
*Comments taken from reviews posted by our customers on Tripadvisor and Facebook.
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HEALTH PASS
Following the latest government announcements, a health pass is required for all persons over 12 years old and two months before entering the site.
You will be asked to show proof of a complete vaccination history or a negative test (PCR or antigenic) dated less than 72 hours ago or a positive test showing recovery from Covid 19 dated at least 11 days ago and less than 6 months ago. Wearing a mask is also compulsory from the age of 11 and is recommended from the age of 6.
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