Registration for historical monuments 13 mai 1959 (≈ 1959)
Official protection of dolmen by decree.
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Heritage classified
Dolmen dit Les Clos Grands (cad. E 3p): registration by decree of 13 May 1959
Origin and history
The Dolmen des Clos Grands is a megalithic monument located in the municipality of Saillac, in the Lot department. This site, also called Cloups Grands, is typical of prehistoric funeral constructions, although its exact construction period is not specified in the available sources. He was registered as a historical monument by order of 13 May 1959, which underlines his heritage and archaeological importance.
Dolmens, like the Clos Grands, were generally used as collective burials during Neolithic times. In the Lot region, these monuments reflect the funeral practices and beliefs of prehistoric communities. Their presence reflects a complex social organization, where the construction of such buildings required collective cooperation and advanced technical knowledge for the time.
Today, the Dolmen des Clos Grands is listed in the Mérimée base, which lists the French architectural heritage. Although its location is indicated with average accuracy (level 5 out of 10), it remains a point of interest for those passionate about archaeology and local history. No additional information is available on its current access or use, such as guided tours or tourist activities.
