FamxplorTable des Marchands
What to expect
The Table des Marchands is a dolmen located in Locmariaquer, Brittany, France. It is a ancient chamber tomb covered with a cairn, a pile of stones without mortar. The monument is about 12 meters long and features impressive engravings on two stones inside. The techniques used to build the dolmen demonstrate a precise organization and know-how. The origin of the name 'Table des Marchands' is mysterious, and archaeologists have not found any link with a possible family name or a deformation of a Breton name. The dolmen is part of a megalithic site that includes the Grand Menhir Brisé and the tumulus of Er Grah, offering an exceptional testimony to the funeral rites practiced in Brittany 4500 years ago
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Activities: We entered the Table des Marchands dolmen, a collective tomb, and were struck by the unique atmosphere and the intricate carvings on the stones. The children were fascinated by the narrow entrance, which required us to stoop low to enter
Highlights: The kids enjoyed exploring the dark, mysterious interior of the dolmen, and imagining what it was like for those who were buried there. They were also impressed by the delicate carvings on the stones ✨