Prehistozen - La Roche Courbon Step back in time in the footsteps of prehistory in Saint-Porchaire

Opening hours

Open

  • Monday 10:00 am - 12:00 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Tuesday 10:00 am - 12:00 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Wednesday 10:00 am - 12:00 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Thursday 10:00 am - 12:00 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Friday 10:00 am - 12:00 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am - 12:00 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Sunday 10:00 am - 12:00 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm

Closes at 12:00 am

Useful information

Location : In the countryside

Province : Haute Saintonge and its vines

Services

  • Children playground
  • Credit card accepted
  • Entertainment
  • Open all year round
  • Parking
  • open 7/7
  • English
    • Along the Bruant, go back in time during a walk of about 1 hour . This walk will take you back to the time of prehistoric man on the privileged estate of La Roche Courbon, in the middle of wild and preserved nature. You will discover reconstructed camps of Homo Erectus (Héhé camp), Neanderthals and Homo Sapiens (Osapi camp, Ramého camp). Imagine making a fire with Neanderthals to get together in the caves!

      At each campsite, as well as in the caves, information panels present the evolution of prehistoric man in our territory, from the arrival of Homo Erectus to the beginning of the Iron Age. Information concerning botany is also visible.

      Ti'Silex offers puzzles along the way. A game booklet helps children follow him on his adventures throughout the walk. We also offer a paper guide with additional information to complement your visit.


      Experience a moment out of time!

      Please note: wear shoes suitable for walking (hiking type path)

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Traveller Reviews Prehistozen - La Roche Courbon

4.6 sur 5 2958 reviews

  • Kayo FUJIMOTO

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Kayo FUJIMOTO on 15/01/2026

    The Château de la Roche Courbon, nicknamed the Sleeping Beauty Castle, is a 15th-century fortified castle perched on a rocky spur. It was transformed into a pleasure residence in the 17th century by Marquis Jean-Louis de Courbon. Its formal French garden is truly magnificent. We had a wonderful time during our visit!

  • Fred ROSEN

    4 sur 5 Reviews posted by Fred ROSEN on 03/01/2026

  • Olivier Granet

    3 sur 5 Reviews posted by Olivier Granet on 30/12/2025

    A very beautiful castle built in the 15th century, with a gigantic garden and terrace built over a marsh, pleasant in both summer and winter where you can wander for hours! The prehistory museum and the cave will delight children. The downsides: Don't bring your four-legged friends; they are forbidden in the castle, and even in the gardens! The reception staff are rather strict and unsympathetic, even cold. The building and grounds have not been renovated. Ticket price: €15 including a mini-tour. The upsides: The castle is well located and easy to find. Free and well-organized parking. Picnicking is possible in the vicinity of the property.

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Address

Château de La Roche
6 Rue de la Belle au Bois Dormant, Courbon
17250 Saint-Porchaire

Contacts

Phone : 05 46 95 60 10

Cell : 06 21 96 56 51

Fax : 05 46 95 65 22

GPS coordinates

45° 50'11.41"N, 0° 46'54.77"W

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