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Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Montluçon

Saint-Bonnet-Tronçais

Oak of the Resistance

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Oak of the Resistance

Oak of the Resistance

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    Intermediate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    August 24, 2023

    The Resistance Oak of the Tronçais Forest is a majestic oak, born around 1640. It has witnessed many events in the history of France. It was first named after Marshal Pétain, leader of the collaborationist Vichy regime, in 1940. But in 1944, three loggers secretly replaced the plaque with the name of Gabriel Péri, a French patriot executed by the Nazis. In 1982, the tree was officially renamed Chêne de la Résistance, to honor the courage of those who fought against fascism. You can admire this giant 41 meters high and 3.68 meters in circumference, surrounded by a wooden fence, in the heart of the Futaie Colbert, a protected area of ancient forest. It is a remarkable example of nature's resilience and beauty.

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      Location: Saint-Bonnet-Tronçais, Montluçon, Auvergne Rhône Alpes, France

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