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Les gorges du Blavet
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Description
Blavet is a tributary, of the Argens River. The river begins its journey in Bagnols-en-Forêt and flows into the Argens. Carved into red volcanic rocks made from rhyolite , the Gorges du Blavet offers some beautiful geological features such as cave Muréron., a one of the major rock climbing sites in the Var.
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To discover
- There are majestic cork oak and chestnut trees. Flowering (April-May) are wild orchids and you can also find helichrysums and strawflowers (used as an essential oil).
- Muréron Cave (this prehistoric Cave dwelling was carefully chosen as it is near water and the area enjoys temperate climate all year round). N 43°31,038' / E 6°39,358'
Remains of millstones from the 18th mill.
N 43°30,901' / E 6°39,409'
The little extra after your walk : Take a break and taste some of what la Bouverie has to offer wine and honey.
Access - Practical information
☞ Access : direction of Bagnol-en-forêt, pass in front of the Parpaillon campsite.
☞ Parking : to the left on your ascent, with an orientation table and the first viewpoint. Coordinates GPS : N 43°31,242' / E 6°39,033'
☞ Directions : to ford the river several times therefore difficulty depending on the flow, generally feeble to zero in summer.
Access is regulated by the Var prefecture who publish a daily card
authorizing entry. www.var.pref.gouv.fr/massifs
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