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Formica Léo Crater

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Formica Léo Crater

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    Location: Sainte-Rose, Saint-Benoît, Réunion, France

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    December 22, 2022

    Hiking

    The Formica Léo crater is located at an altitude of 2,206 meters in the Enclos Fouqué. Formed in 1753, this volcanic cone rises between 10 and 12 meters high and measures 125 meters long and 90 meters wide.
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    August 11, 2020

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    It is an experience to experience a volcano crater up close
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    September 28, 2019

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    Once you have made the descent you can take another break here. Then it starts ...
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    Elevation 2,210 m

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    Location: Sainte-Rose, Saint-Benoît, Réunion, France

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