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Paul_C
February 16, 2023
Hiking
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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Best routes near Montbrun Caves
3.0
(1)
14
hikers
17.0km
05:22
530m
530m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Hard
4.4
(10)
34
hikers
8.92km
02:47
340m
340m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Moderate
4.3
(3)
8
hikers
6.19km
02:35
330m
330m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Moderate
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Elevation 590 m
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