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Ochre formation

Front de taille d'exploitation d'ocres
Sables verts et conglomérat de galets et molasse
Marnes grises
Grés verts non altérés du Colorado de Rustrel
Marnes grises
Grains verts de glauconite
Credit : ©Eric Garnier - PNR Luberon

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The ochre sands result from a deep chemical modification of green marine sands. About 100 million years ago, green sands emerged and were altered under a hot and humid climate which transformed into, amongst others, ochre sands. It is from these sands extracted in quarries that ochre is made. Warning, mountain biking in the heart of the Provençal Colorado in Rustrel is forbidden, as is the sampling of ochre sands in natural environment.

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43.89367895.3092396
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Point of Interest updated on 21/12/2025

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Caution!
We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾