Dolmen of Fontanaccia
N 41° 31.832 E 008° 55.078
32T E 493156 N 4597657
The Dolmen of Fontanaccia is located in the back country of southern Corsica, an island in the Mediterranean.
Waymark Code: WMCFV
Location: France
Date Posted: 05/13/2006
Views: 68
This dolmen is well intact. It makes up part of a group of megalithic monuments on the Cauria plateau about 15 kilometers south of the village of Sartene. The site is reachable by car although the road is a little rough. Take the D48 which leaves the N196 south of Sartene. Then look for the signs. At N41° 33.787' E8° 54.639' keep left on the D48a. The last 900m is by foot.
The visit requires climbing rudimentary ladders over fences used to contain livestock which will be difficult for elderly or persons with reduced mobility. Bring your own food and water as there are no facilities. There is no entry fee to visit this site.
The dolmen was discovered in 1840 by the writer Prosper Marimée. The midwinter sun shines directly into the dolmen and illuminates the rear wall.
This location is very peaceful and you are quite likely to find yourself alone among the ancient stones of this plateau.
Type: Dolmen
Parking: N 41° 32.124 E 008° 54.976
Number: 6.00
Size:
This dolmen is the largest and most beautiful in Corsica. The cap stone is huge with its three tons. It consists of six approx. 1,4m high and 3,4m X 3m big sidestones. The grave chamber is 40cm below the ground, 2,6m long and 1,6m broad.
Purpose:
Dolmens are thought to have been used as burial chambers.
Source: Not listed
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