Mont Bar is a unique volcano in Europe, it is indeed the only volcano of the Strombolian type which shelters a peat bog in its crater.
Strombolian volcano. Dominating from its height of 1167 meters the medieval town of Allègre, this very young volcano (800 years old all the same) is a unique case in France due to the existence, in its crater, of a peat bog.
Hike: 2 hours return, 3 km, 160 m drop. Bring suitable shoes (steep path). Four site interpretation desks installed in the crater. Parking: Allègre multipurpose room.
Hike: 2 hours return, 3 km, 160 m drop. Bring suitable shoes (steep path). Four site interpretation desks installed in the crater. Parking: Allègre multipurpose room.
Rankings & Labels
- Natura 2000
Visit
Individual visit services
- Unguided individual tours permanently
Group visit services
- Unguided group tours permanently
- Guided group tours on request
Opening
| Opening hours from January 01 to December 31, 2024 | |
|---|---|
| Monday | Open |
| Tuesday | Open |
| Wednesday | Open |
| Thursday | Open |
| Friday | Open |
| Saturday | Open |
| Sunday | Open |
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Services
Equipments
Services
Activities on site
- Orientation course
Home animals
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