Cairn de Petit Mont is a large pentagonal cairn perched on a headland South-West of Arzon in Morbihan. The elevated position has extensive sea views and enables the cairn to be seen from afar. The unusual shape of the cairn may be a result of its multi-phase construction. It was only 6 euros to access the Cairn de Petit Mont. Given the size of the site that is good value. It includes a group tour in French of the Cairn & Dolmen 3b, which is off limits without a tour guide. I requested some English commentary and the guide was obliging enough to give me a short lecture in English. I was also able to take photos...
Read moreQuite simply go. €6 per adult entrance fee & worth every cent. Neolithic burial mound with four chambers the oldest of which is 4000BC... fantastic 360° views from the top along with various walks in the surrounding area. We took a picnic lunch & ate about five minutes walk away from the burial mound on a picnic table with rubbish bin. One contribution to Neolithic history occurred during WW2 when the mound made a) great looking out station for Allied bombers & b) with the addition of some concrete & steel doors a bomb proof bunker... sure you'll be able to distribute this contribution as you...
Read moreWhy had I never heard of this place previously?? It looks like a mini Aztec ruin in a spectacular peninsular position and has a layered multi use history right up to WW2 that is demonstrated well inside. My only criticism is that there was no English tour available and it was a little confusing where to start as there are 2 entrances to the cairn ( You can start at either). Inside are interesting engravings, a multi media presentation and good information. €7 per person. Backpacks/ food must be left at reception because the spaces are small and the...
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