• Historic site and monument

La Grotte du Loup

It is a mysterious under block shelter, that might have been occupied by a wolf once!
A recent theory explains that this place was part of an ancient pre-celtic sanctuary (-450 before Christ), sacred place related to astronomy.

Historic site and monument La Grotte du Loup Nances

About

Nances (73470)

During the winter and summer solstices, people can see the sun through two distinct natural holes that have been partially set up by mankind.
In front of the "cave", a largely held up platform enables you to gaze at the phenomena.
This sanctuary might be the proof of the astronomical knowledge of mankind at the beginning of the iron age.

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    Reception

    Languages spoken : French

    Opening

    All year round, daily.

    Access

    Forêt de Nances 73470 Nances

    More informations

    Information update on 10/08/2021 by Office de Tourisme Pays du Lac d'Aiguebelette