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Monts d'Ambazac, Mountain range in Haute-Vienne, France.

The Monts d'Ambazac extends 40 kilometers from east to west, reaching an elevation of 701 meters with granite and leucogranite geological formations.

During the second half of the 20th century, this mountain range contained the primary uranium mining operations in France, with extractions continuing for several decades.

The mountains hold significance as the founding location of the Grandmont monastic order, centered around their namesake abbey in the medieval period.

The area contains extensive hiking networks with marked trails connecting multiple villages, including paths from Ambazac to Compreignac and Saint-Pardoux.

The Dauges peat bog nature reserve spans 200 hectares and houses 2,200 animal and plant species in a former dried lake bed.

Location: Haute-Vienne

Elevation above the sea: 504 m

GPS coordinates: 45.98333,1.38333

Latest update: May 24, 2025 23:20

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Located in central France, Limoges contains medieval streets, Gothic architecture and notable landmarks. The city features the Saint-Étienne Cathedral with its stained glass windows, the Beaux-Arts railway station, and historic bridges spanning the Vienne River. Museums display porcelain collections and medieval enamels, while gardens and parks provide natural settings.

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