Paléosite

The Paleosite, a journey through Prehistory.

At the Saint-Césaire Paleosite, prehistory is experienced as much as it is discovered. Located on one of the major archaeological sites linked to Neanderthals, this site offers engaging activities and an immersive experience into the heart of humanity's origins. For families and friends, the visit combines museum spaces, an audiovisual tour, demonstrations, and workshops.
A place for experimentation and leisure (fire lighting, flint knapping, participatory workshops…) - of reconstructions of habitats and prehistoric fauna - to be discovered!

In 2026, the site will unveil a brand-new cinematic experience offering a unique journey through the lives of Neanderthals and Pierrette, the Neanderthal woman of Saint-Césaire. An enriching and accessible outing for all, to understand, experience, and be amazed. (Approximately 3 to 4 hours visit, café-restaurant on site).

During school holidays, also take advantage of a special program with new activities: challenges, workshops, investigation games.

Visit

  • Average duration of the group visit: 240 min

Customers

  • Special family with children
  • Special children
  • Groups welcome
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Visit languages

  • English
  • French
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Individual visit services

  • Unguided individual tours permanently
  • Guided individual tours on request

Group visits services

  • Unguided group visits on request
  • Guided group tours on request

Opening

From 04/04 to 11/11/2026.

Prices

Price

Adult

€ 11

Child

€ 6,50

Student rate

€ 8,50

Jobseeker

€ 8,50

Big family

€ 33

Virtual reality experience in addition 8€/pers
Escape game: €15 single rate, by reservation only
Escape game family package (2 adults + 2 children): €50

Payment

  • Cheque
  • American Express
  • Bank / credit card
  • Cash
  • Classic Holiday Vouchers

Services

Equipment

  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Coach parking
  • Meeting room
  • Parking
  • Bar
  • Picnic area.
  • Playground
  • Show room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Toilet
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Services

  • Pet Friendly
  • Educational visits
  • Coach access
  • Room rental for event
  • Shop
  • Guided tours
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Activities on site

  • Manual workshops
  • Permanent exhibition
  • Temporary exhibitions
  • Animation
  • Children's entertainment
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Accessibility

Accessible tourism

  • Access for self-propelled wheelchairs
  • Magnetic buckle available at reception