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Origin and history

The prehistoric deposit of Saint-Romain-de-Colbosc is a historical monument located in the municipality of the same name, in Seine-Maritime (Normandie). This site dates back to Paleolithic, a period marked by the first traces of human occupation in Europe. It reflects the presence of prehistoric activities in this region, although the precise details of its use remain partially documented.

The site was partially protected by successive inscriptions: parcels AD 58 and 272 were entered by order of 7 September 1979, while parcel AD 485 was registered on 15 July 1980. These measures aim to preserve a rare archaeological heritage, linked to the first human occupation in Normandy. The location of the deposit, although known with an accuracy considered satisfactory (level 7/10), remains a subject of study for researchers.

Saint-Romain-de-Colbosc, like other areas of Normandy, was during the Paleolithic a hunting and gathering territory for nomadic groups. The deposits of this era often reveal flint tools or traces of homes, reflecting lifestyles adapted to a changing environment. This type of site provides valuable insight into the livelihood strategies and movements of prehistoric populations in northwestern France.

Today, the deposit is not explicitly mentioned as open to visit in available sources. His interest lies mainly in his scientific value, illustrating an ancient page in Norman history, well before the Gaulish or Roman periods. The data come mainly from the Merimée database and Monumentum, without further details on any recent excavations or major discoveries.

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