The Balmes de Montbrun are medieval troglodyte caves and dwellings. The term "Balme" means cave in Occitania. The site overlooks an ancient volcano that was active around 8 million years ago. Interestingly, the last active volcano in the region died only 12 thousand years ago.

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1. Balmes de Montbrun – loop

17.0km

05:22

530m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Montbrun Caves – Montbrun Chapel loop from Saint-Jean-le-Centenier

8.71km

02:44

340m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Montbrun Chapel – Montbrun Caves loop from Saint-Gineys-en-Coiron

6.09km

02:33

320m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 590 m

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Location: Saint-Gineis-En-Coiron, Largentière, Auvergne Rhône Alpes, France

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Montbrun Caves

1. Balmes de Montbrun – loop

2. Montbrun Caves – Montbrun Chapel loop from Saint-Jean-le-Centenier

3. Montbrun Chapel – Montbrun Caves loop from Saint-Gineys-en-Coiron

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