Lascaux II
The Most-Visited Cave Paintings in the World!
Lascaux II
Discovering
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Vézère valley in the Dordogne is redolent with prehistoric sites, boasting no fewer than 147 deposits and 25 caves decorated with cave paintings, including the famous Lascaux Cave at Montignac.
Read moreDelve into the Heart of the Cave!
The first facsimile 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 now welcomes you for a thorough visit.
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 and a legend of parietal art was born!
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Reserve
Take advantage of a visit strictly limited to a maximum of 30 people to fully appreciate the sheer force of Lascaux by situating this masterpiece in Prehistory, 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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Lauriane
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First impression as you enter the cave : WOW, it’s incredible !!! What can one say about these artists of old (and the present day), is it perhaps their capacity to bring art alive? Time seems to have stopped. And yet, there is movement everywhere one looks. One leaves the cave in a state of peaceful ease but brimming over with curiosity about the lives of our ancestors.
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 the disovery can really be relived by the visitors are great – and the best thing is that the public just love it and don’t hesitate to tell me so!
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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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COVID-19
Conditions of visit :
Dear visitors,
Lascaux II site has been adapted to ensure visits in the best conditions of safety and in compliance with health measures. Your safety and that of our staff remain our priority.
We have therefore adapted our visiting conditions and limited the number of visitors.
We invite you to buy your tickets online and to read the visitor's charter before your arrival.
Wearing a mask is compulsory from the age of 10 and you can buy one on site if necessary.
We look forward to seeing you soon,
The team of Lascaux II