Mont des Avaloirs, Mountain summit in Mayenne, France
Mont des Avaloirs is a mountain summit in the Alpes Mancelles region standing at 416 meters tall with an 18.5-meter observation tower. The platform at the top provides sweeping views of the surrounding countryside on clear days.
The mountain became part of the Normandie-Maine Regional Natural Park established to protect natural areas across four departments. This designation safeguarded the region's habitats and landscape for future generations.
Street artist Seb Toussaint painted a nature-themed mural on the observation tower featuring local plants and animals. The artwork shifts in appearance depending on the time of day, adding a creative touch to the summit experience.
To reach the observation platform, visitors need to climb 108 stairs in the tower. The site is generally accessible, though the stairs can be narrow and it is wise to be cautious during windy weather.
At the base of the summit lies a peat bog home to carnivorous plants and rare animal species including the Fire Salamander. This protected ecosystem makes the site a refuge for specialized creatures rarely found elsewhere.
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