Four solaire de Mont-Louis, Mont-Louis
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Facts and practical information
The Mont-Louis Solar Furnace is an experimental solar furnace - a solar thermal energy facility that was built in 1949. It was the first facility of its kind in the world, and was a precursor of the Odeillo Solar Furnace. It provides a thermal power of 50 kW. ()
Day trips
Four solaire de Mont-Louis – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Lac de Matemale, Cable-stayed bridge, Pic d'Eina, arboretum.