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

Opening hours

Closed

  • 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

Opens Saturday at 10:00 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 3033 reviews

  • xavier loizeau

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by xavier loizeau on 22/06/2026

    There is plenty of space in the park and the walk to see the caves is relaxing.

  • Beatrice Bretin

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Beatrice Bretin on 22/06/2026

    We visited the castle this afternoon. Our guide, who was an intern, was really great. She explained the castle's history very well. The only thing I was disappointed about was the kitchen. When we visited with school, the kitchens were downstairs in the basement. I had fond memories of them because of their size and all the copper pots and pans.

  • Marie Chauvin

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Marie Chauvin on 22/06/2026

    On a sweltering day, we went to visit this château, with its French-style gardens and a building that overlooks the grounds, offering a beautiful view. It was a very enjoyable experience; our trainee guide, Meline, gave us an excellent summary.

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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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