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Fontaine intermittente de Fontestorbes

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Fontaine intermittente de Fontestorbes, Natural rhythmic spring in Bélesta, France.

The Fontaine intermittente de Fontestorbes emerges from a cave opening, producing water flow variations that occur in regular cycles of 60 to 90 minutes.

This spring has drawn scientific interest since ancient times, with researchers studying its mechanism through centuries without discovering the exact cause of its rhythm.

Local stories tell of magical beings called encantados who lived in a hidden residence near the spring, washing their clothes at night with golden tools.

The spring maintains its cyclical pattern during summer months from July to October, with free access and parking facilities available for visitors throughout the year.

Among the thirty documented rhythmic springs worldwide, this natural formation demonstrates the most pronounced and regular flow variations, changing from zero to 1500 liters per second.

Location: Bélesta

GPS coordinates: 42.89239,1.92665

Latest update: May 24, 2025 09:00

Photo author: Audouy
Photo license: GFDL

Remote villages and natural sites in Occitanie France

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Occitanie presents medieval villages, castles, monasteries and natural areas. The region features gorges, waterfalls, caves and prehistoric sites. These include Saint-Cirq-Lapopie on the Lot river, Peyrepertuse fortress, Lagrasse Abbey and Niaux cave paintings.

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Fontaine intermittente de Fontestorbes

Fontaine intermittente de Fontestorbes, Natural rhythmic spring in Bélesta, France.

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