Menhirs de Monteneuf

Archaeological site Monteneuf, Brittany, France

What to expect

The Menhirs of Monteneuf is a remarkable site in Brittany, featuring over 400 menhirs, or standing stones, that date back to the beginning of time. The site is located in a beautiful landscape of moors and woods, with heather, gorse, and other plant species. Visitors can take a family walk to discover the menhirs, and there are also workshops and activities available to learn about prehistoric times, such as handling tools, making pottery, and lighting fires. The site is freely accessible all year round, and there are guided walks and audio trails to explore the natural setting and spot local wildlife, including dragonflies, martens, and green woodpeckers

Plan your family visit to the Menhirs de Monteneuf with these blog insights 👇

Magical Brittany: the Poet Ferrailleur and the poetry of menhirs

This family's experience:

Activities: We walked among these ancient stones, pondering their mysteries and imagining the dreams of those who erected them

Highlights: The menhirs felt like whispers from the past, connecting us to the dreams of those who came before us ✨

Brocéliande en Famille: adventure at the gates of the forest.

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the site with a guided tour and discovered the history of the megaliths. We also did an atelier allumage de feu

Highlights: The kids enjoyed responding to the enigmas and listening to the legends. The adults enjoyed the observation of the menhirs and the reconstituted neolithic house ✨