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Tourisme AAG
January 13, 2023
Hiking
Characteristic of the raw earth buildings of Astarac, the checkerboard walls are visible around the town of Saint-Michel, in around sixty surrounding villages. Unique in the world, this technique alternates pebbles from the Baïses rivers and clods of raw earth.
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Best routes near Checkerboard Earth Walls of Astarac
4.0
(2)
6
hikers
13.9km
03:45
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Moderate
3
hikers
9.14km
02:26
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Moderate
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Elevation 190 m