Multi‐Method Geophysical Surveys Between and Around the Kerlescan and the Manio Megalithic Alignments in Carnac (Morbihan, France)

Modern geophysical surveys between the Kerlescan and Manio megalithic alignments in Carnac, France, have demonstrated significant potential for detecting buried structures associated with Neolithic settlements. These methods, building on expertise from the ANR MONUMEN program, successfully identified features such as ditches, fences, postholes, and hearths that were previously undetectable through surface surveys. The study highlights a high density of cooking stones and monoliths buried underground, offering new avenues for expanding our understanding of the Carnac alignments without extensive excavation. This approach provides a non-invasive alternative to traditional archaeological methods, addressing long-standing gaps in research due to preservation priorities.

Bruniaux, G., Mathé, V., Agogué, O., Lopez, S., Paillou, P., Perschke, R., & Ard, V. (2026). Multi‐Method Geophysical Surveys Between and Around the Kerlescan and the Manio Megalithic Alignments in Carnac (Morbihan, France). Archaeological Prospection, 33(2), 499–517. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1002/arp.70036