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Massif Central

The Massif Central occupies south-central France. Ancient Variscan rocks form its foundation, but later uplift, faulting, volcanism and river incision explain much of its present landscape.

Fast Facts

  • It lies west of the Rhône corridor and south of the Paris Basin.
  • The Loire and Allier drain parts of the massif.
  • Volcanic landscapes include the Chaîne des Puys and the Monts Dore region.
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