Neanderthal awaits you in the Dordogne Valley: follow in his footsteps from theAllée des Noyers

From our guest house, L'Allée des Noyers, nestled between Lot, Dordogne and Corrèze regions, embark on a unique journey through time… Just a 5-minute drive away, the brand-new Neanderthal Discovery Center awaits you in La Chapelle-aux-Saints, the site of a pivotal discovery in the history of humankind. A must-see during your stay, combining culture, nature, and prehistory.

A major discovery in Corrèze

It was here, in a small cave called Bouffia Bonneval, that a nearly complete Neanderthal skeleton, 50,000 years old, was unearthed in 1908. This discovery, made by the Bouyssonie brothers, marked a major turning point in our understanding of our origins. For the first time, it was discovered that Neanderthals buried their dead : proof of their fully human nature.

The village of La Chapelle-aux-Saints (4 km from our guest house), which has fewer than 300 inhabitants, has thus become a world-renowned site for paleoanthropologists.

A new, exciting museum accessible to all

Officially opened on July 11, 2025, after more than two years of work, this new museum succeeds the world's first museum dedicated to Neanderthals, inaugurated here in 1996.

This Discovery Centre offers you:

• a modern and immersive museum experience, accessible to both adults and children,
• the reconstruction of the original skeleton and a plunge into the world of Neanderthals,
• for fun workshops younger children: excavations, games, manipulations,
• a space for reflection on the genetic links between Neanderthals and Sapiens (yes, we all have 1 to 4% Neanderthal genes!).
• visit to the original site to walk in the footsteps of the discoverers

An ideal visit during your stay

Located less than 10 minutes by car from theAllée des Noyers, this cultural site perfectly complements your excursions to Rocamadour, Padirac, or Collonges-la-Rouge. It's a unique and enriching activity, ideal for a family morning or a cooler day out.

You can also combine the visit with a walk around the village, a picnic in the Corrèze countryside or a detour to one of the many local producers.

🛏 Stay atAllée des Noyers : between relaxation, discovery and authenticity

By staying atAllée des Noyers, you benefit from a privileged location to discover the richness of our region: listed villages, preserved nature, local gastronomy… and unique prehistoric heritage.

Our bed and breakfast with a swimming pool offers all the comforts you need for a relaxing stay in a peaceful, green setting. The Neanderthal Museum is just one of the many hidden gems to discover nearby!

Book your stay now in our bed and breakfast very close to theNeanderthal Man in La Chapelle aux Saints and live an unforgettable experience in the heart of Valley Dordogne.