Vis Spring, Spring and cave system in Vissec, France
The Moulin de la Foux emerges from limestone formations, creating a powerful water flow that feeds into the Vis River after a 13-kilometer underground journey.
The mills at this location date back to 1097, with multiple reconstructions necessary throughout centuries due to flood damage and religious conflicts.
The site forms part of the Causses and Cévennes region, representing Mediterranean agro-pastoral practices within a UNESCO World Heritage landscape.
Access to the spring requires a marked hiking trail starting from Navacelles village, covering 8.4 kilometers round trip with no amenities available on site.
This location contains France's fifth strongest spring, maintaining consistent water pressure that powered cascading mills for approximately one thousand years.
Location: Vissec
GPS coordinates: 43.89940,3.48306
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:44
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