The Fontaneilles pedestal has a mysterious history. Indeed, from the 19th century, a project to build a Virgin was launched with the creation of a monumental pedestal. Problem: once completed, the statue ordered in Belgium never arrived on site (suggesting a scam) and today a cross has finally taken the place of the statue.
Anyway, the site offers a magnificent view of the Tarn valley.

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The Puech Fontaneilles is topped with a monumental pedestal. Indeed, from the 19th century, a project to build a Virgin was launched with the construction of the pedestal. Problem: once completed, the statue ordered in Belgium never arrived on site (suggesting a scam) and today a cross has finally taken the place of the statue.
Anyway, the site offers a magnificent view of the Tarn valley.

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Mimi51

March 21, 2023

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essential hike in the heart of this magnificent region, accessible to all, guaranteed views whatever the time of day or year.

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