Field Trip: Tethys Margin to Deepwater Clastics of the Foreland Basin: Petroleum System Elements in the SE French Alps by HGS
Sep 05, 2027 12:00 AM
- Sep 11, 2027 11:59 PM
Analyse the tectono-stratigraphic evolution of the Alps on this field-based geology traverse from Lyon to Provence, examining world-class exposures from Jurassic rifting to foreland basin development.
Date: September 5 - 11, 2027
Price:2695€, includes hotels, breakfast, lunch, guided tours, transport
Deposit:674€ (approx $770) ****Note: Your spot will only be confirmed upon payment of the deposit.
Activity Level: Moderate
Accessibility: Moderate, while some stops are accessible via coach, expect uneven surfaces, inclines, and extended periods of walking at other stops. Walking poles recommended.
Sally Guillaume: Trip organizer and a qualified mountain leader who is also a passionate geologist studying for a phd to help with general logistics and mountain safety.
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