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Étretat | Falaise d'Aval with rock fall

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Panoramic view from Pointe de la Courtine in southwestern direction to the cliffs of the Falaise d'Aval, consisting mainly of white chalk, but also flintstone. Freeze-thaw effects in combination with rainwater and breaking of waves are the main causes of the frequent rock falls from the cliffs.

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on Thursday 29 August 2013 by Martin Mergili
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