Pech Merle is a prehistoric cave at Cabrerets in the Lot département of Occitania, France, about 32 km east of Cahors[1]. It spans over 2 km across two levels, with 1,200 m open to visitors[1]. The cave contains dramatic murals painted during the Gravettian culture, with some works possibly dating to the later Magdalenian era[1]. It is one of the few French prehistoric cave painting sites still open to the public[1].
Pech Merle

Also known as: Cauna del Puèg Mèrle, Caverna de Pech Merle, Cova de Pech Merle, Grotta del Pech-Merle, Grotte de Pech Merle, grotte du Pech Merle, Grot van Pech Merle, Gruta de Pech Merle, Peche Merle, Pech-Merle, Pech Merle cave, Pech Merle Mağarası
| Type | Cave Structures |
|---|---|
| Period | < 4500 BC |
| Country | France |
| Coordinates | 44.5076° N, 1.6444° E |
France