Chauvet-Pont d’Arc, grotte

The Chauvet-Pont d'Arc cave, discovered in December 1994 near Vallon-Pont-d'Arc in the Ardèche region of France, offers a unique glimpse into the lives and artistic expressions of early humans during the Upper Paleolithic period. This cave, now partially collapsed, was once a prominent feature on the left bank of a fossilized meander of the Ardèche River, making it highly visible to prehistoric inhabitants but later obscured as other caves in the valley became more frequented. The site is renowned for its intricate decorations and provides significant insights into the cultural practices and artistic capabilities of early human societies.

Feruglio, V. (2022). Chauvet-Pont d’Arc, grotte. Bouquetins et Pyrénées, 392–397. https://doi.org/10.4000/books.pup.59826