90-91 / 166
©TitiaCarrisey-Jasick
©Bertrand Rieger
©LesGlycines
©LesGlycines
Make a pilgrimage to the source of mankind: starting from the International
Prehistory Hub, the PIP
(below)
A
, where the archaeological orientation facilities
will guide you towards all of the village sites. To the left, visit the National
Prehistory Museum
B
, which displays a large proportion of the collections
excavated in the valley. Continue upstream on the Vézère River, to get a better
understanding of the archaeological findings at Abri Pataud
C
, and pay your
respects to Cro-Magnon
D
, a little higher up. Finally, take on the caves and
admire the marvellous lace-like formations in the Grand Roc cave
(above)
E
.
About a mile from Eyzies, to the right of the PIP, discover over 500 engravings in
the Combarelles caves
F
.
The prestigious hotel-restaurant Les Gly-
cines (“Wisteria”)
D
, has been in existence
for over 150 years. This charming estab-
lishment serves gourmet cuisine
(opposite)
with ingredients fresh from the hotel’s
vegetable garden. Additional features are
the spa and outdoor pool. For a traditional
menu, Laugerie Basse
E
, at the heart of
the Grand-Roc cliff. The terrace overlooks
the Vézère River. Don’t forget to taste
their particularly mellow walnut cake!
Local Excellence
A former XIXth century
coaching halt, today
a member of the
Châteaux & Hôtels
Collection hospitality
group, Les Glycines
Hotel-Restaurant
D
,
offers customers poolside
relaxation and gourmet
meals with an emphasis
on local produce.
Back to the Beginnings
89
200m
TAYAC
LAROUQUETTE
BEUNE
LES GIROUTEAUX
LESCUGNES
D706
D706
D706
D47
D48
D47
La Beune
River
Vézère
AB
D
C
F
G
H
E