Trou de Météore

The circular depression measures 220 meters in diameter and 50 meters in depth, with vineyards covering its base and Mediterranean vegetation on slopes.

German geologists Frank Brenker and Andreas Junge confirmed in 2023 the meteoritic origin through the discovery of iron oxide spherules and micro-diamonds.

The Domaine du Météore winery produces wines from grapes grown directly within the crater, integrating geological heritage with regional wine production.

Visitors can access the crater throughout the year and combine geological exploration with wine tasting sessions at the local winery.

This meteorite impact site represents the second formally identified crater in France, estimated to have formed less than 10,000 years ago.

Location: Cabrerolles

Elevation above the sea: 251 m

Diameter: 220 m

Website: https://hou.usra.edu/meetings/lpsc2023/pdf/1910.pdf

GPS coordinates: 43.53621,3.13039

Latest update: April 9, 2025 19:28