Puy Saint-Romain, Summit in Loire department, France
The Puy Saint-Romain rises above the Loire Valley landscape, reaching an elevation that provides views across the surrounding Forez plains and agricultural fields.
The summit area contains archaeological evidence of Roman occupation, including remnants of the ancient Bolène Way that connected Lyon to Bordeaux during Augustus' reign.
Local residents maintain traditional agricultural practices in the surrounding fields, contributing to the preservation of regional farming methods and land management.
Visitors can access the summit through marked hiking trails that begin at the base, with parking facilities available in the nearby town of Saint-Romain-le-Puy.
The summit's geological composition reveals its volcanic origins through basaltic formations, while natural mineral springs emerge from the surrounding terrain.
Location: Puy-de-Dôme
Elevation above the sea: 781 m
GPS coordinates: 45.67986,3.24288
Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:00
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