Step back into the world of prehistoric art on this half-day small-group tour from Sarlat to Lascaux IV, the International Centre for Cave Art in Montignac. Known as the “Sistine Chapel of Prehistory,” the Lascaux cave contains extraordinary paintings created more than 17,000 years ago by early humans. Because the original cave is closed for conservation, Lascaux IV offers an exact replica, allowing ...
Step back into the world of prehistoric art on this half-day small-group tour from Sarlat to Lascaux IV, the International Centre for Cave Art in Montignac. Known as the “Sistine Chapel of Prehistory,” the Lascaux cave contains extraordinary paintings created more than 17,000 years ago by early humans. Because the original cave is closed for conservation, Lascaux IV offers an exact replica, allowing visitors to admire these remarkable artworks in exceptional detail. During your visit, discover striking scenes of horses, bison, and deer painted by Cro-Magnon artists, and learn about the techniques, beliefs, and daily life of prehistoric societies. This immersive Lascaux cave experience offers a fascinating journey into humanity’s earliest artistic expressions.