Aubrac, Volcanic plateau in Lozère, France
Description
Aubrac is a volcanic plateau in Lozère, France, rising to 1469 meters and home to lakes, waterfalls, and rock formations spread across wide open spaces. The landscape consists of rolling hills, open grassland, and scattered woodland that extends over several valleys.
History
Volcanic activity millions of years ago shaped the rock formations and terrain that still define this region today. In 2018, the area received designation as France's 53rd regional natural park to protect its landscape and agricultural heritage for future generations.
Culture
Cattle spend their summer months grazing across open grassland before returning to lower farms when the season changes. Farmers continue this pattern today, shaping the rhythm of village life and the way the land looks throughout the year.
Practical
Marked hiking trails connect villages, farms, and natural points of interest, making it easy for visitors to explore the landscape on foot. The best time to visit runs from early summer through early autumn, when paths are accessible and weather conditions are milder.
Did you know?
Basalt columns stand at Cascade du Déroc, where cooled lava forms geometric shapes resembling organ pipes. These formations developed as molten rock cooled and contracted slowly, creating regular fracture patterns that visitors can see up close along the waterfall.
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