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The prehistoric village of Fontbouisse is a major archaeological site located in Villevieille, in the department of Gard (Occitanie region, formerly Languedoc-Roussillon). This site marked history by giving its name to a specific neolithic culture, known as Fontbouisse culture, characterized by vestiges and practices specific to this prehistoric period. Its scientific importance lies in its role in understanding the lifestyles and social organizations of the Neolithic communities of the region.

The site was officially recognized for its heritage value by a classification of historic monuments on 4 July 1979. This classification specifically concerns the remains of the village, located on the cadastre under the reference B 1205. Although the site is located in a private domain, its legal protection bears witness to its importance for the French archaeological heritage. No public visit is permitted, thus preserving its integrity.

Available sources, including Wikipedia and Monumentum, point out that the village of Fontbouisse is associated with construction periods dating back to Prehistory. Its precise address, 628 Chemin de la Bourre in Villevieille, is referenced in the Mérimée database, with an Insee code (30352) confirming its connection to the Gard. The GPS location of the site is estimated as satisfactory a priori (level 6/10), but its access remains restricted.

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