Megalithic site of Carnac, Carnac

Megalithic site of Carnac is a National Monument of France.

Description

The largest megalithic site in the world. Laid out over 6,000 years ago, the stone alignments at Carnac are one of the most important Prehistoric sites in Europe. The 3,000 standing stones are spread over 40 hectares and stretch for 4 kilometres in length according to an meticulously organised plan. Recent studies have suggested links between the alignments and changes during the Neolithic era when humans began to live a more sedentary existence. The stone lines lead to sacred “enclosures” while the dolmen were used for funeral and burial rites.

Address & Contact

Site mégalithique de Carnac 56340 Carnac

tél. : (33) (0)2 97 52 29 81 fax : (33) (0)2 97 52 60 03 carnac@monuments-nationaux.fr

Prices

Adult: 4€ Concessions: 3€

Opening times

May 2 to June 30: from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. 1 July to September 4: from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. September 5 to April 30: from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Other dates closed

January 1, May 1, December 25

More Information

• See Carnac for more local information
• See Places to visit near Megalithic site of Carnac for other places to visit nearby
• See Megalithic site of Carnac on the National Monuments website.

The above information is kindly provided by (and copyright) National Monuments of France.