Archail is known for its "black lands", particularly popular with mountain bikers. This village has everything to seduce lovers of truth and beauty as well as tranquility!
Archail is one of the smallest and least populated municipalities in Pays Dignois, with less than 10 inhabitants. It is established on the Terres Noirs (the color of the rocks, the “Robins”), at the foot of the Couard peak (from the Provençal “crow”).
Geology and Black Earths.
The Black Lands, these landscapes of dark dunes offer a completely lunar spectacle! Born under the sea in the Jurassic, they result from the deposition of quantities of clay-limestone sediments called marls. The black color of these rocks is due to the presence of pyrite (iron sulfide).
Extraordinary mountain bike circuit.
A world-famous spot, the Terres Noires are a true paradise for mountain bike enthusiasts. These dark lands offer technical and spectacular trails that attract riders from all over the world.
Geology and Black Earths.
The Black Lands, these landscapes of dark dunes offer a completely lunar spectacle! Born under the sea in the Jurassic, they result from the deposition of quantities of clay-limestone sediments called marls. The black color of these rocks is due to the presence of pyrite (iron sulfide).
Extraordinary mountain bike circuit.
A world-famous spot, the Terres Noires are a true paradise for mountain bike enthusiasts. These dark lands offer technical and spectacular trails that attract riders from all over the world.
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