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The funeral cairn of Saint-Joachim is a megalithic monument located in the commune of Saint-Joachim, in the Loire-Atlantique department, in the Pays de la Loire region. This site, dated from Neolithic, bears witness to the funeral practices of that time, where cairns served as collective burials or territorial markers. It was classified as historic monuments in 1981, highlighting its heritage and archaeological importance.

Cairn number 2, specifically protected by order of 14 May 1981, belongs to a private company. Although its precise location is approximate (noted 5/10 in precision), it is identified as a key element of the local megalithic heritage. This type of monument reflects the social and spiritual organization of neolithic communities, often linked to agricultural activities and strong territorial anchoring.

The Pays de la Loire region, especially the Loire-Atlantique, is home to several comparable megalithic sites. These structures, such as the cairn of Saint-Joachim, were generally associated with funeral rituals and collective symbolism. Their preservation now allows us to study the lifestyles and beliefs of prehistoric populations living in this geographical area.

The cairn is referenced in the Mérimée base, an official tool of the Ministry of Culture, and its approximate address is indicated as being close to the place called Le Trésor. Despite its status as private property, it remains a point of interest for researchers and archaeology enthusiasts, illustrating the richness of the French megalithic heritage.

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