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Mueron Cave

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Mueron Cave

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  • Location: Bagnols-En-Forêt, Draguignan, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur, France

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    June 1, 2023

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    The hiking trail in the gorge is marked twice: with a yellow line and an orange line. Where the hiking trail splits north and south of the cave, you have to follow the orange line uphill if you want to get to the cave. The path with the yellow line passes below the cave.
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    December 1, 2022

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    Carved into red volcanic rock, this cave was inhabited until 12,000 years ago! The entrance to the cave is huge and the ceiling very high, which gives a spectacular view of the interior.
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    March 24, 2023

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    Inhabited in the Bronze Age, the Grotte du Mueron has a very large entrance and a remarkable height under the ceiling! You will find traces of our ancestors dating back 12,000 years with J-C. This monumental place was carved out of red volcanic rock next to the Blavet River.
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    Mueron Cave and Blavet Gorges Loop

    6.35km

    01:54

    170m

    170m

    The Cueva de Mueron and Gorges du Blavet loop immerses you in a dramatic landscape of red volcanic rock, where the Blavet river has carved out impressive formations. The route leads you through shaded forest passages, offering views over the Argens plain, and allows you to explore the historic Cueva de Mueron, with its monumental arched entrance. It's an experience that combines natural beauty with a touch of ancient history.

    This 6.4-kilometer route, with an elevation gain of 170 meters and an estimated duration of 1 hour and 54 minutes, is classified as difficult. You'll need sturdy footwear and good balance, especially as the rocks can be slippery when wet. It's crucial to avoid the route during heavy rain and consider carrying a map or using a navigation app, as signage may not always be clear.

    The Gorges du Blavet are famous for their red rhyolite cliffs, which also attract climbers from around the world. In addition to the Cueva de Mueron, which was inhabited 12,000 years ago, the area boasts other historical elements such as a rock-cut canal that fed a mill and views of a large Gallo-Roman oppidum. It's a place where geology, history, and adventure intertwine.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Elevation 190 m

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    Location: Bagnols-En-Forêt, Draguignan, Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur, France

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