Nestled on the slopes of Mont Minister in the Pilat massif, this geological formation attracts many curious people. This natural cave would be the cause of a collapse of part of the mica schist strata emerging from the ground on the hillside.

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1. Bois de la Bâtie – Fir trees loop from Longes

13.2km

04:12

530m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Mont Ministre North Trail – Mont Ministre loop from Pavezin

7.38km

02:04

150m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Grenouze Pass – Mont Ministre North Trail loop from Chuyer

15.7km

04:42

500m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 720 m

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Friday 27 February

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Max wind speed: 5.0 km/h

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Location: Chuyer, Saint-Étienne, Auvergne Rhône Alpes, France

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The Fairy Cave

1. Bois de la Bâtie – Fir trees loop from Longes

2. Mont Ministre North Trail – Mont Ministre loop from Pavezin

3. Grenouze Pass – Mont Ministre North Trail loop from Chuyer

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