Les Eyzies

The old town of Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil is known for its high concentration of prehistoric caves to discover, it is also here that was discovered the famous Cro-Magnon. To find the last cave with prehistoric polychrome paintings still open in the area, visit the cave of Font de Gaume listed historical monuments and listed as World Heritage by UNESCO. The town is full of other classified caves, like those Combarelles, the Mouthe or Bernifal. Also open to the public, the shelter is Cro-Magnon man's place of discovery of the same name. Not far away, it is also possible to visit the shelter Armand Chadourne shelter Audi, the Pataud shelter or the shelter of the Fish. Rich collections of all kinds, the National Museum of Prehistory takes place at the heart of the village, including unveiling flints and one of the richest collections of Paleolithic including portable art, graves or the first set World of Paleolithic art on blocks engraved or carved.

But prehistory is not the only time in the spotlight at Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil. It is also possible to admire the castle Commarque classified historical monument, built in the twelfth century. The building has undergone changes to fourteenth and fifteenth centuries and is now open to the public. Difficult to access, it is dubbed the forgotten fortress, however, it is worth a look especially with the many activities offered throughout the year. Do not miss the Castle of Tayac, also classified. Built in the twelfth century and rebuilt in the fourteenth, it takes place on a rocky terrace of a large rock shelter that still overlooks the town today. It now houses part of the collections of the National Museum of Prehistory.

Manaurie not missing more interest with its prehistoric heritage is revealed through the cave Carpe Diem and colorful natural formations or shelters Fish, Laugerie Low, High or Laugerie of Cave Grand Roc. Passing through the small town, you can also explore the castle of Cap del Rock of the late nineteenth century, the castle of the sixteenth Lortal the Roucaudou mansion with its facades and roofs listed historical monument or the Holy Church -Pierre-es-links Romanesque.

Listed building, the cave of St. Cirq is still open to the public today. It reveals including prehistoric engravings Magdalenian like the sorcerer, who reveals an incredible human figure. Strolling in the charming little town, you can also explore the cave of Pech-strong St Deaf, Clauzel castle of the seventeenth century, a strong house or the Saint-Cyr-et-Sainte-Julitta church with bell tower.

Fans of outdoor activities will also be seduced by the many hiking trails or mountain biking available on site like loops of the Mouthe of 7 towers, the Micoque and Gorge hell.

The market is held every Monday morning from April to October, in Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil. Fridays in July and August, the town also has a night market with festive meal.

The feast of the Vézère takes place in mid-July with a ball and fireworks.

In July, the town offers its harvest celebration with various activities for all ages.

In early August, discover the festival of fishing on the banks of the Vézère with fireworks and dancing.

In August, up to the Bison's Day with various events like a garage sale, fireworks and a festive meal.

• From 8 april to 7 july 2024
• 1 rue du Musée, Musée National de la Préhistoire
• Where prehistory meets the present : the National Museum of Prehistory welcomes Tèrra Aventura from April 8 to July 7,2024. At the heart of this unprecedented adventure are exploration and enigmas. Your mission : reconstitute a prehistoric toolbox to support the museum's work. Alongside you, the mischievous Poïz will guide you through the collections to the final treasure ! - To join this captivating adventure, download the 100% free Tèrra Aventura application and flash the QR Code at the Les Eyzies Tourist Office. A unique experience awaits you in this important place in the memory of prehistoric history. Open from 08/04 to 07/07.

• On 24 may 2024
• 1 rue du Musée
• This year, the spotlight is on participatory science for biodiversity ! Join us at 6:30pm in the auditorium of the Musée national de Préhistoire for a free lecture by Simon Bénateau, deputy coordinator of Vigie-Nature École at the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle. - Curious about nature ! With Vigie-Nature, observe biodiversity, share your knowledge and advance science ! - Conference from 12 years old - duration 1h30. Reservations required.

• On 25 may 2024
• Le Queylou
• Bruno Dikoumé, coach, mental trainer, Danielle Soleillant, psychotherapist, president of the PEAT Methods association, and Céline Joselon, kinesiologist, propose a workshop-conference during which you will encounter your emotions, and understand how they impact and limit you. - Thanks to the PEAT Methods, you'll learn how to deal with them and free yourself from them. Reservations required. - Possibility of sharing a meal afterwards in the form of an auberge espagnole.

• On 25 may 2024
• Abri Pataud, Rue du Moyen-Âge
• During a walk around the Pataud shelter, a specialist in participatory science will introduce you to a number of scientific protocols available to everyone : for tracking snails, pollinating insects, birds… and even the biodiversity hidden beneath our feet ! Learn how to observe, recognize and better understand the species that surround us. Activities for families aged 6 and over - duration 1h30. Reservations required. - Exceptional visits to the Pataud shelter, a major prehistoric site that traces the 1st occupations of Homo sapiens in Western Europe. But it's not just for scientists and tourists ! It's part of the village's history. Discover it from an unexpected angle. Perhaps an example of participatory science in archaeology ? - 1-hour tours at 2pm and 4pm. - For families aged 8 and over. Reservations required

• On 26 may 2024
• 47 Avenue de la Préhistoire, Restaurant Le Louna
• Restaurant Le Louna is offering a Mother's Day menu : - Homemade aperitif : Ice Tropez rosé cocktail - Appetizer : Samoussa with duck confit - Appetizer : Pan-seared scallops, granny smith purée with crunchy guanciale, roasted almonds, raspberry coulis - Main course : Beef fillet medallion with jus, chanterelle pickles, pan-fried chanterelles, sweet potato mousseline and melting potatoes - Dessert : Périgord strawberry entremet, mint whipped cream, vanilla sponge cake - 1 complimentary rose for mothers. - On reservation

• On 28 may 2024
• 1 rue du musée, Musée National de Préhistoire
• Dinner under the Grand Abri of the Musée national de Préhistoire, including a free tour of the Museum's galleries BEFORE dinner to celebrate the Museum's Centenary. - Menu inspired by the inaugural banquet in 1923 (aperitif + 4 courses + drinks included) - Lecture by eminent archaeologist Jean-Pierre Chadelle, member of the Lascaux 4 panel of experts. Reservations required

• From 7 to 8 june 2024
• Château de Commarque
• For the 2nd year running, Sparklers Tribe takes over the incredible Château de Commarque in the Dordogne for a unique weekend. Perched on a troglodyte cave, surrounded by forests, come and discover or re-discover this place inhabited by a new spirit ? - At the foot of this breathtaking monument, 15 live and DJ artists, international and local, will enchant us with their music blending electronic and acoustic sounds. Get ready for a timeless journey. In this poetic environment, you can also marvel at the creations of local artists and craftsmen. - line up : Oxia, Amentia, El Mundo & Zazou, Husa & Zeyada, Milo Häfliger, Pandhora, Share, All Tech Family, Alsahm, Alizarina, Avtel, Chris Brid, Frederika, Jsilk, Max Tenrom - Pre-sales strongly advised / Very limited capacity (1000 festival-goers) - There will be few sales on site, and the price will be increased by 5 ?

• On 15 june 2024
• [circus] - Huellas or Traces in French ? An encounter with our Neanderthal and Sapiens ancestors - In the beginning, there was scientific observation in search of traces dating back 80,000 years. The physical abilities of the hunter-gatherer, accustomed to living in an undomesticated wilderness, approach those of the acrobat. Here, the circus serves as a bridge to our roots, to our place in the long history of human inter-species relations. Huellas is an anthropological journey through time. - The two men are rough, funny, clumsy but lively, fragile and generous. The raw movements evoke primal interactions. There is a link with working the land in their rebounds, their lifts, the sound of their bodies falling and hitting the ground. The essential is there, the humor never far away.

• On 22 july 2024
• 14 Rue de Tayac, Église de Tayac
• Come and discover this new activity, originally from Alaska. It's an extremely light inflatable raft that slips easily into a backpack (provided by the instructor). You'll be able to set off on a short hike down to our magnificent Vézère river, for a descent back to the starting point. - Ages 10 and over. Minors must be able to swim and be accompanied by an adult. - Online booking only (open from May 15). - non exchangeable and non refundable tickets (Please check your dates and times before final validation and payment)

• On 29 july 2024
• 30 Rue du Moulin, Pôle d'Interprétation de la Préhistoire
• As part of the Musique en Périgord festival, enjoy a concert at the Pôle d'Interprétation de la Préhistoire by the Ensemble Baroque de Toulouse. On the program : concerto for oboe d'amore and orchestra, 5th Brandenburg concerto, cantata (sans filet) bwv55 with children's choir.