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Thier de Lanaye Underground Quarries

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Thier de Lanaye Underground Quarries

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Please check local regulations for: Réserve naturelle protégé Montagne Saint-Pierre

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    Location: Visé, Liège, Liège, Wallonie, Wallonia, Belgium

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    1. View of the Albert Canal – Thier des Vignes Flint Caves loop from Lanaye

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    2. Stairs to Thier des Vignes – Thier des Vignes Flint Caves loop from Lanaye

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    3. Albert Canal at Cannerberg – Bridge at Kanne loop from Eijsden

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    July 31, 2023

    The centuries-long exploitation of marl in this region has created an impressive network of underground galleries, which have now become one of the most important wintering centers for thousands of bats from all over Western Europe.
    Source: oupeyeinfo.be/Page032.html

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      July 31, 2023

      Because there is little rainfall on average, the sun shines brighter, the slopes are well protected and the calcareous soil is very permeable, we come across very rare plant and animal species on the Montagne Saint-Pierre. These are species that are often of Mediterranean origin, such as the wall lizard, some orchids and many insects.
      To preserve this unique biotope of calcareous grassland, it is necessary to regularly clear undergrowth and clear the area. The strong Mergelland sheep then take over the maintenance of these grasslands, where they graze in peace.
      Source: oupeyeinfo.be/Page032.html

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        July 31, 2023

        The Montagne Saint-Pierre is the plateau between the lower valleys of the Geer and the Meuse. The limestone subsoil of this region was formed during the Cretaceous period, a period more than 65 million years old, in a marine environment where animals thrived, as evidenced by the discovery of many fossils, including the famous mosasaur.
        Over the centuries, a typical vegetation has gradually settled in this region: limestone grasslands, thanks in particular to the use of the slopes as pastures for sheep and goats.
        Source: oupeyeinfo.be/Page032.html

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          October 7, 2023

          A very beautifully branched cave.

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            July 31, 2023

            This quarry or cave system is an underground tuff quarry in the southern part of the Montagne Saint-Pierre.
            Tuff refers to deposits from pyroclastic avalanches and ash flows that solidified into rock under the influence of water. Tuff blocks were used as building blocks in ancient times.

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              June 10, 2023

              Who dares...

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                March 6, 2021

                On the border of the Netherlands, Flanders and Wallonia, the Montagne Saint-Pierre extends its slopes between the Geer and Meuse valleys. Unique geological, climatic and ecological conditions make it a natural site of prime importance.

                natagora.be/reserves/montagne-saint-pierre

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                  June 9, 2023

                  The Lanaye Nature Reserve was created at the foot of Mount Saint Peter in the early 1990s and covers approximately ten hectares. Just like in the other surrounding nature reserves, you will find numerous quarries that have served different purposes. The nature reserve itself was created by the sludge from the dredging of the Albert Canal.

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                    November 3, 2021

                    Many particularly large caves. Top ! You have to go in

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                      June 26, 2022

                      These wooden sheep were waiting for us, was a nice surprise during our walk.

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                        October 29, 2022

                        Don't forget your headlamp, flashlight or mobile phone flashlight so that you can properly visit and walk through the caves

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                          April 20, 2022

                          Take a peek in the dark...

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                            June 29, 2024

                            What a beautiful piece!! One surprise after another🥰

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                              November 3, 2021

                              Just go in, but don't forget your flashlight!
                              Exciting ! Especially for children or big children :-)

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                                March 31, 2024

                                The eyes are completely opened here in this area...

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                                  September 1, 2021

                                  here are many grooves.
                                  these are not caves (caves formed naturally) these caves are man made to collect marl or to create shelters.

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                                    Location: Visé, Liège, Liège, Wallonie, Wallonia, Belgium

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