Puy de l'Enfer, Volcanic summit in Saulzet-le-Froid, France
The Puy de l'Enfer reaches 1084 meters in elevation and contains layers of volcanic ash, basaltic scoria, and solidified lava flows.
The volcanic eruptions of Puy de l'Enfer occurred simultaneously with the formation of the Narse d'Espinasse approximately 11,000 years ago.
The name Puy de l'Enfer originates from local traditions referring to the surrounding marshlands and the dark color of its volcanic rocks.
A 15.83-kilometer hiking trail starts near the picnic area on Chemin de l'Enfer and passes through several small villages.
The southern section of the volcano was carried away by phreatomagmatic explosions during the interaction between magma and the waters of Maar d'Espinasse.
Location: Saulzet-le-Froid
Elevation above the sea: 1,084 m
GPS coordinates: 45.65741,2.92588
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:10
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