Volcans
Plaine des Sables
A crossing through a mineral, lunar landscape
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Crossing this lunar-looking volcanic plateau on foot or by car, between Bourg-Murat and the Pas de Bellecombe.
The route
The Plaine des Sables is a vast mineral plateau on the volcano road, between Bourg-Murat and the Pas de Bellecombe. This lunar landscape, covered in grey volcanic ash and clumps of scoria, contrasts strikingly with the island's tropical vegetation. Crossing it on foot, with no set waymarked route, lets you freely explore this hostile, fascinating setting more than 2,000 m above sea level.
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