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 Discovered in 1905, by the scientist and speleologist, Armand Viré. The cave can be visited since 1906. Discovered in 1905 by the scientist and bio-speleologist Armand VIRÉ. The cave can be visited since 1906. From 1961, access is by small electric train (free). The latter climbs 400 meters underground to bring you to the heart of the hill. In the event of a problem beyond our control, access can be done on foot, the visit will remain unchanged. Then the visit is done on foot with a guide. Right from the start with the Salle du Chaos (where many concerts take place during the season), you will discover the marvelous world of the center of the Earth. For an hour and a quarter will follow one another, more than 150 million years of history, magical worlds and legendary animals. Your visit will end in the Hall of Wonders, where fireflies invade the silence. The landscaped network that you are going to visit extends over more than 1.5 km, but the journey continues for more than four kilometres. Located 9 kilometers from Rocamadour, bring closed shoes and your cameras (photos tolerated without flash) to come and discover the longest visitable path of the Causses du Quercy, classified as World Heritage by UNESCO.

See the Dordogne Valley from the old railway line cut into the cliffs 80 metres above the river. According to days/times, either a magnificent steam locomotive or a diesel engine will be at the head of the train, close to Martel station, to take you on a fantastic journey. A 13 km return trip, to see the beautibul panorama over the Dordogne Valley unfold before you. 1 hour round trip. Open and panoramic carriage

On more than 40 hectares shaded, Gramat Animal Park groups 1000 European wild and domestic animals of 150 different species. In an emblematic natural environment of the Causses du Quercy, the Parc Animalier de Gramat offers a walk of 3 hours that combines educational and cultural approach while being a place of family relaxation. Open to the public in 1979, the Animal Park amazes each year 90000 visitors. You will be able to see wolves, bears, lynx, otters, bison, many cervids ... and a conservatory of domestic breeds increasingly rare. Ticket valid for 1 year from the date of purchase.

 La Préhistoire à taille humaine ! Entre Brive-la-Gaillarde et Rocamadour, proche de Collonges la Rouge, le Musée de l'Homme de Neandertal est situé à 1,5 Km du bourg de la Chapelle-aux-Saints, là où se trouve le site archéologique de la grotte « la Bouffia Bonneval ». Dans un cadre verdoyant, déjà existant au temps de nos ancêtres, nous vous donnons rendez-vous pour une découverte de la Préhistoire. Au travers une visite guidée, adaptée à tout public, retracez l'évolution humaine et rencontrez le « vieillard » de la Chapelle aux Saints/ l'homme de Neandertal. Pendant les vacances, passez d'agréables moments avec vos enfants en participants aux ateliers dédiés aux familles, mêlant savoirs et amusements. En été, vous pourrez approfondir vos connaissances grâces aux conférences scientifiques organisées les lundis. Plongez dans les âges paléolithiques le temps d'un week-end pendant la Fête de la Préhistoire en août. En basse saison, venez assister aux Café de la Préhistoire : « Un moment de convivialité, de réflexion et de partage autour de la Préhistoire ». Soyez curieux en découvrant chaque année le nouveau thème de l'exposition temporaire estivale.  N'hésitez plus un instant. Visitez le musée et comprenez enfin la Préhistoire !