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The Prehistoric Mushroom

The Prehistoric Mushroom

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The Prehistoric Mushroom

Name: The Prehistoric Mushroom
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Please check local regulations for: Parc naturel régional des Grands Causses

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Location: Peyreleau, Millau, Occitania, France

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2. L'Ermitage Saint-Michel – View of Le Rozier loop from Saint-André-de-Vézines

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3. L'Ermitage Saint-Michel – View of Le Rozier loop from Le Rozier

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Luc Gesell

July 26, 2023

The prehistoric Mushroom Rock overlooks the Jonte gorges and the village of Rozier. Its very evocative name dates from the 19th century and is the inspiration of a walker who saw it from afar. Immediately, the silhouette of the rock inspires him with the shape of a petrified mushroom.

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Ilse Buitelaar

December 22, 2021

it was christened "Prehistoric Mushroom Rock" in the 19th century by a hiker who distinguished it from a distance compared to a mushroom, petrified since the dawn of time.

It is a huge peduncular rock that stands at an altitude of 893 meters on the Causse Noir. With a length of 22 meters, it is the largest of its kind that we find, all Causses together. Vegetation has taken over again and despite a fire that consumed 500 m2 near the site on September 3, 2003, the rock is becoming increasingly difficult to locate.

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Paul Carnet-Pantiez

September 3, 2024

The Prehistoric Mushroom is a remarkable geological formation located in the Lozère department, in the Occitanie region, near the village of Sainte-Enimie, in the Gorges du Tarn. It is a natural rock formation that has the particularity of resembling a giant mushroom.

Points of Interest:
Geological Formation:

Unique Appearance: The Prehistoric Mushroom is made of eroded limestone, forming a structure that evokes the shape of a mushroom with a wide cap and a narrow stem. This formation is the result of the natural erosion of rock layers over the centuries.
Height and Size: The mushroom is several meters high, and its "cap" can reach an impressive diameter, making it a spectacular and photogenic geological feature.

Why visit the Prehistoric Mushroom?
Natural Beauty: The Prehistoric Mushroom is an impressive geological formation that offers unique and picturesque views, perfect for nature and photography enthusiasts.
Exploration: It is an excellent opportunity to explore the Gorges du Tarn, a place rich in varied geological formations and impressive landscapes.
Hiking: The visit can be integrated into a longer hike, allowing you to discover the geological and natural diversity of the Gorges du Tarn.
In short, the Champignon Préhistorique is a fascinating destination for those interested in geology, natural landscapes, and the discovery of unique rock formations in a spectacular setting.

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The Prehistoric Mushroom

1. The Hermitage Saint Michel - loop starting from Peyreleau - Regional Natural Park of Grands Causses

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