Local attractions and activities from Suite Novotel Clermont Ferrand Polydome

The GTMC-VTT, from Clermont-Ferrand to Volvic. The GTMC mountain bike route continues from Clermont-Ferrand (historic start of the GTMC mountain bike race) to Volvic. From Clermont-Ferrand, the historic departure point for the GTMC mountain bike race, you gradually gain altitude as you head towards the Chaîne des Puys and its 80 volcanoes. Under the gaze of the impressive Puy de Dôme, you'll discover a variety of landscapes, from a 2,000-year-old town to sunny hillsides planted with fruit trees and vines. The route ends in chestnut woods and volcanic cheires, with their chaotic vegetation and morphology. All along the way, the mountain biker's attention is irresistibly drawn to the volcanoes. Volvic, famous for its water and volcanic stone, is the finishing point of this stage. Departure is from Clermont Ferrand railway station. We climb gently up to Place Delille, which we cross before plunging down in front of a large secondary school to follow a long straight line. From set of traffic lights to set of traffic lights, the MTB GTMC takes us to the tarmac slope leading to the Col de Bancillon (alt. 551m). A short but steep descent on a farm track takes us to the Blanzat sports complex. We have to find a passageway to cross it and then climb back up to Blanzat on tarmac. Superb trails through fruit groves and meadows to the village of Malauzat. From Malauzat, we climb through a chestnut grove that takes us right up close to the Chaîne des Puys. Playful, relatively easy trails.

Clermont-Vulcania is a great challenge, offering a fascinating progression from the Clermont basin to the volcanoes of the Chaîne des Puys. You won't have time to visit Vulcania this time, but during school vacations a bus will be waiting from the parking lot to take you back to town. Departure: Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral, Place de la Victoire, direction "Durtol" / Durtol, direction "Vulcania". Alternatively, take the special bus from Clermont or Royat up to Vulcania and walk back down. Special Clermont-Vulcania-Clermont bus from 01/07 to 31/08, then on request during the spring and autumn vacations 48 hours in advance. Difficulties: Long but gradual ascent.

What a symbol, and what a challenge for any good walker: to "do" the Giant of the Domes in just a few hours from the heart of the city! A handful of kilometers and a long but gradual ascent, with a return trip by bus most of the year. So give it a try and you'll be able to say: I did it! Departure point: Clermont Cathedral, Place de la Victoire, direction "Chamalières" / Square de Verdun, Chamalières / Thermal district, Royat. From the summit of the Puy-de-Dôme, take the cogwheel train (fee payable) back down to the Maison du Site, then return to the town by special bus. Special bus (01/04 to 30/09) from Maison de Site to Clermont station; stops in Royat. Difficulty: The overall height difference between Place de Jaude and the summit of Puy-de-Dôme.

To the balconies of Clermont! A grand tour of the conurbation by "la petite ceinture", to be done on foot in sections. Numerous combinations possible with public transport: bus, streetcar and train. A new way of discovering Clermont and the surrounding area, with a unique blend of city and countryside. Possible departure points: "Les Vignes" or "La Pardieu" streetcar stations. Numerous other possibilities from any point on the route network. Difficulties: Steep ascent from Ecole d'Architecture, Chamalières high school to Cote du Bey.

Royat, the starting point for beautiful walks between town and nature; the route takes in pleasant paths between old villages and new districts that encircle the town. We're on the edge of a fault here, but apart from the gradual ascent between the spa and Gravenoire, this loop is within the reach of as many people as possible. Start: Place Allard, Royat, up the tiretaine Difficulty: Ascent between the Royat cemetery and the D5 Parking recommended at the grotte des laveuses; difficult parking in the center of Royat, especially during the spa season.

A two-day tour of the Volcanoes, culminating in "Le Puy-de-Dôme". Two days of hiking through an astonishing variety of landscapes, from the town to the edge of the fault, to the highlands of the Plateau des Dômes, where the village of Laschamps welcomes you for the first day's stage. Day 1: Durtol to Laschamps via Sarcenat, La Fontaine du Berger, Le Puy-de-Dôme (18.4 km). Day 2: Laschamps to Durtol via Manson, La Font-de-l'Arbre, Le Cheix, Orcines (18.1 km). Departures: Parking du stade, Durtol, direction "Vulcania" / gare SNCF, Durtol, direction "Vulcania". Difficulties: Significant gradient. Ascent and descent of the Puy-de-Dôme. From the "Chemin des Gouris" crossroads, you can reach the "Maison de Site".

We arrive at "Paradis", the highest point in Royat-Chamalières, to admire the Royat spa from above and Clermont-Ferrand in the background. The Limagne fault runs through here, marking the boundary between the volcanoes and Limagne.

Departing from the spa town of Royat, a short, multi-faceted day trip. You'll discover a variety of landscapes, from the Tiretaine valley to the Royat state forest, crossing pastures and moors that stretch out at the foot of the Chaîne des Puys. Beautiful paths and views in prospect! Departure: - By car from Royat, in the Grotte des laveuses parking lot on the banks of the Tiretaine below Avenue de la Vallée. - By bus from Place Allard up the Tiretaine (5mn) - From the "Tiretaine" directional mast, take the stairs to "Puy de Chateix". Difficulties: Long hike, but very gradual ascent.

On this walk, you'll follow the impetuous little river La Tiretaine, which rises near La Font de l'Arbre, not far from the Puy de Dôme, and disappears into the underground world of Clermont-Ferrand.

Immerse yourself in the volcanoes of the Chaîne des Puys. A two-day hike that will delight tourists and locals alike, because there are some landscapes you just can't get enough of! Green stopover at the Montlosier gîte, headquarters of the Parc des Volcans. The gîte d'étape de Montlosier is open from 01/05 to 30/10 (27 places in rooms for 4 to 10 people, with restaurant facilities). Departure point: Grotte des laveuses parking lot, Royat, towards "l'Arboretum" via the chemin des écoliers / Breuil stadium parking lot, Royat, towards "l'Arboretum" via the chemin des écoliers Day 1: Royat to Montlosier via Manson and Laschamps (19.3 km). Day 2: Montlosier to Royat via Fontfreyde, Saint-Genès-Champanelle, Ceyrat (20.2 km).

A visit to l'Aventure Michelin is astonishing, fun and friendly, and opens the doors to an exceptional world. L'Aventure Michelin is a scenographic journey of 2000m². Thanks to an interactive scenography, you will discover the history, the present and the future of the Michelin group. From the very first detachable tyre to the MICHELIN Visionary Concept not forgetting the famous maps and guides - or the good old Michelin Man - a whole world of excitement awaits you ! The museum exhibition is bilingual (French/English). You can also take a tour in German or Spanish, thanks to the audioguide available at the site reception, or in German, Spanish, Italian and Dutch by downloading the free l'Aventure Michelin mobile application.

Do you love climbing? Then come and discover this 1800m² bouldering park in Vétraz-Monthoux. Large, bright spaces to discover or rediscover bouldering. For experienced climbers, try out Europe's largest indoor "psychobloc". Detailed description

.Located on the Gergovie plateau - a true natural belvedere over Auvergne, this new generation plunges young and old into the Gallic Wars between Vercingetorix and Julius Caesar. It combines archaeological objects and multimedia tools. More than a visit, the Archaeological Museum of the Battle of Gergovie offers a lively and interactive journey. The space combines graphics, models, archaeological objects and multimedia with the highlight of an audiovisual room plunging the visitor into the atmosphere of the Battle of Gergovie between Romans and Gauls. The route also allows you to discover the civilization of oppida arvernes, to discover the archaeological secrets of Gergovie and to understand the natural and geological history of the Plateau and the magnificent landscapes that surround it.

The château will not be open to individual visitors this season Château de Batisse invites you on a fascinating journey through the centuries. Originally a medieval fortress, the Château has been transformed into a prestigious residence, bearing witness to the architectural savoir-faire of each era it has passed through. An exceptional estate is revealed step by step: waterfalls and crystal-clear rivers, pools with silvery reflections, sumptuous parks and formal gardens, a rose garden of a thousand colors and bewitching fragrances.

Explore the heart of a real volcano... Located at the center of the tectonic "Chaîne des Puys - Faille de Limagne" UNESCO World Heritage Site, we offer you the unique and unusual opportunity to discover the inside of a 100% natural volcano. Discover the secrets of volcanology with a 2h30 interactive tour of the Lemptégy volcano, comprising 5 stages: - The "volcano and men" tour: this fun, interactive introduction to the visit will familiarize you with the volcano and give you a better understanding of its metamorphosis. A 30-minute self-guided tour. - Guided exploration of the volcano's anatomy: meet your guide on foot or by train. He'll share all his geological and volcanological knowledge with you: bombs, volcanic chimneys, lava flows... and you'll leave with scoria (solidified lava). A wealth of information to help you better understand the landscape around you. - L'âme de Lemptégy": an unusual journey into the site's industrial past, with a visit to the old pozzolan extraction machines once used by quarrymen. - The immersive "Volcano 'Express" attraction: this sensory and emotional experience reveals all the secrets behind the formation of the Chaîne des Puys and the Faille de Limagne. What if the fault were to reopen... Will you reach your destination? - The dynamic 4D film "Aux Origines": enjoy an unprecedented flight over the volcanoes of Auvergne and relive the history of the volcano as if you were there, from its eruptions to the present day. While you're there, treat yourself to a gourmet break at the Volcan de Lemptégy restaurant. The chef offers traditional regional dishes (sausage/aligot, truffade, petit salé...). You can also stroll through the new boutique and discover a wide range of regional products, souvenirs, books... LE REVEIL DU VOLCAN" NIGHT TOUR: a breathtaking nocturnal experience! Entering at night, you'll be propelled into the heart of the Lemptégy Volcano for an extraordinary experience. Along the way, you'll plunge into an erupting volcano and discover magical creatures. A new world to discover and a new way to experience Volcan de Lemptégy. 1.5 km on foot. Prices and schedule: see website. IN JULY AND AUGUST

Want to discover the world of volcanoes and the natural phenomena of planet Earth? Go exploring in Vulcania in Auvergne, unique park in Europe on the theme of volcanoes and the Earth. You can enjoy a 3-hour outing to explore the interior of a totally natural volcano on foot or on a little train, with the assistance of a knowledgeable guide. During this fun visit you’ll encounter some geological treasures and learn about man’s involveme

Family-hotel and restaurant near Lake La Cassière. The inn "Between Lakes and Volcanoes" offers a nature stop for a meal or a stay.

Understand at last the work of the bee, its role on the environment. Workshop to create breeding-cages for insects. Candle making. During a fun and educational visit, the facilitator first presents how the life of bees in the hive is organized. Then, you will discover the essential role of the bee in our environment with the help of the "theater of nature". Then, observe the bees in complete safety in the glass hives. Then comes the most spectacular moment, when the host opens a beehive behind glass. Thanks to a macro video system, we get inside the cells! At the honey house, you will attend a demonstration of honey extraction. And to end this journey well, we offer you a tasting of honey and homemade products. Duration of the visit: around 1h15 The Boutique is open all year round Saturday and Sunday from 2 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. and on the opening days of the museum. Discovery workshops during school holidays. Exhibition on edible insects and children's games.

From the woods of La Comté to the villages of Livradois, this route is dedicated to Queen Margot. On the way, superb panoramas and discovery of beautiful villages like Usson. The itinerary begins in Parent. Villages crossed: Yronde-et-Buron / St-Babel / Manglieu / Sugères / Sauxillanges / Usson / Brenat / Orbeil / Yronde-et-Buron / Parent.

This chapel, with a style unique in the region, is from the 18th century. It is protected as a Historic Monument.Nearby, a cemetery, considered to be the “Père-Lachaise” of Clermont, is classified as a “significant cemetery” by the Association of Significant Cemeteries of Europe. The chapel On the site of a chapel and a cemetery, the cathedral canons founded the Chantoin monastery in the 12th century. In 1631, the fathers of the Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites settled into the building. But the convent and the church burned down in 1699. The church was rebuilt between 1752 and 1775 by architect André Peyrat (circa 1695-1752). With a quatrefoil layout, the chapel has a dome ceiling. It is the only example of this type in the region. The main façade, made from Volvic stone, comprises two superimposed levels with a small cast-iron bell tower on top. The first concave level features the entrance door, framed by two pilasters with ionic capitals. The Louis XV-style door leaves are surmounted by a woodwork tympanum with the coat-of-arms of an archbishop and of the city of Clermont-Ferrand. The second level comprises a screen wall in the centre of which is a large bay lighting the sanctuary. This bay is flanked by two half-gables with inward-facing decorative scrolls reminiscent of “Roman” façades, along the lines of the Church of the Gesù in Rome. The chapel was listed on the historic monuments registry in 1976. It was renovated in 2017 but closed to visitors. The cemetery The Carmes cemetery was inaugurated in 1816. Considered the “Père-Lachaise” of Clermont, it contains the sepulchres of great men from the City. These include politicians (Blatin, Charras), industrialists (Bargoin, Lecoq), artists (musicians Onslow and Claussmann, sculptors Chalonnax, Morel-Ladeuil and Mombur, architects Ledru and Jarrier), scientists (Alluard, Glangeaud) and intellectuals (Varenne, Mège). The Carmes cemetery is classified as a “significant cemetery” by the Association of Significant Cemeteries in Europe. Near its entrance is a monument dedicated to Clermont inhabitants killed during the First World War (1914-1918). Created by the architect André Papillard (1880-1964) and the sculptor Jean Camus (1877-1955), its shape is reminiscent of an ancient Egyptian mastaba. This building is a contemporary of the monument in Place Salford, honouring veterans, with which it was part of a joint competition. It was inaugurated in 1924 and was listed as a historic monument in 2021.

In the Kessler-Rabanesse neighbourhood sits an unusual building with a tower, probably dating from the 15th century. The building nicknamed the Château de Rabanesse was revamped for various uses and served as a meteorological station. The château’s origins dates back to those of an 11th century fiefdom named Rabanisça or Rabanessa in ancient Occitan. Close to the city, this fortified farm supplied the estate with foodstuffs but also assisted in its defence, since its position enabled it to send a warning in the event of an attack. The square tower is probably from the 15th century. It features a spiral staircase lit by six levels of small bay windows framed by Volvic stone moulding. The two-storey adjoining rectangular lodge features irregular openings that may date back to the 17th or 18th century. It also shows traces where adjacent buildings were torn off and demolished. This lodge used to house a wheel mill, since the Tiretaine river flowed in this spot. From 1874 to 1911, the building became a lowland metrological station. The tower was then raised and levelled to a terrace to accommodate the measuring instruments, while the lodge was used successively as a telegraph office, a photo laboratory and a library. Connected to the Puy de Dôme observatory by a telegraph line, the station exchanged observations from the two stations with those of the Paris observatory. In the early 21st century the building was still derelict. It was restored when the Kessler-Rabanesse district was renovated. The château was listed on the historic monuments registry in 2009.

Place des Carmes houses the historic headquarters of the Michelin plant, founded in Clermont-Ferrand in 1889 and its Hevea greenhouse. Located outside the city’s walls and crossed by the former Roman path (currently Chaussée Claudius), Place des Carmes, long occupied by farming land, is close to Route de Montferrand, below Place Champet, today named Place Delille. Its space was given over to religious orders, with the Chantoin monastery in the 6th century, on the site of the chapel and the cemetery, replaced by the Discalced Carmelites in 1653, the Jacobins in the 13th century on the street bearing their name and the Augustines Hospitalières nuns in 1672 in a large enclosure to the south. The river Tiretaine crosses the square from west to east, the driving power generated by the water explaining the presence of the Raynaud mill (future Michelin headquarters) then plants. In 1832, two cousins, Aristide Barbier and Édouard Daubrée, started to manufacture farming machines and equipment for the sugar industry. Under the name “Barbier et Daubrée”, they had workshops on Place des Carmes and in Blanzat, in the early 1850s. The company thrived under the Second Empire, with 400 employees in around 1860. It then diversified into producing small rubber items (balls, joints, marbles, pipes), marking the start of rubber production in Clermont-Ferrand, along with other entrepreneurs such as Torrilhon and Bergougnan. From 1886, brothers André and Édouard Michelin, grandsons of Aristide Barbier, rescued the struggling company and named it Michelin et Cie in 1889. The elder brother, André, was a graduate of the prestigious Centrale Paris engineering school, and a builder of Eiffel-type metallic structures in Paris. He was the architect of the Saint-Joseph covered market in Clermont-Ferrand. Édouard was a law graduate and an artist who came in first place in the École des Beaux-Arts de Paris admissions exam in 1881. Their innovations, including removable tyres and road maps, would set the company on a sustainable track. Since its origins the company headquarters has always been on Place des Carmes. It is the only international company to have kept its headquarters on the site where it was founded. At the site entrance, a large greenhouse houses exotic plants and particularly hevea, which are used to produce rubber. L’Aventure Michelin, 32 rue du Clos-Four in Clermont-Ferrand recounts the entire history of the plant.

A rugby immersion! There are two ways to expand your rugby knowledge: the ASM experience, a one-of-a-kind in France theme park dedicated to rugby, or a guided tour of the stadium. Push yourself into the scrum! - Interactive Museum This museum will take you behind the scenes of ASM CA. Thanks to digital technology, you can compare yourself to the players, enter the intimacy of the changing rooms, become a fan... or test yourself with touch games and answer questions along the way that will determine your player profile, comment on a match like a real journalist and have your photo taken with players in augmented reality. - Visit the Stade Marcel-Michelin ASM Experience also offers behind-the-scenes tours of the stadium, accompanied by professional guides: the stands, the players' changing rooms, the entrance tunnel... a behind-the-scenes look at the temple of rugby! Come and take a unique stadium tour, discovering all the facets of the famous Marcel-Michelin stadium and its most unusual angles. Its history, its evolution, its anecdotes. The temple of rugby will soon hold no secrets for you. Soft mobility: T2C bus, "Stade M. Michelin" stop, Tram A line and B bus. C-Vélo station at Place du 1er Mai.

A visit to l'Aventure Michelin is astonishing, fun and friendly, and opens the doors to an exceptional world. L'Aventure Michelin is a scenographic journey of 2000m². Thanks to an interactive scenography, you will discover the history, the present and the future of the Michelin group. From the very first detachable tyre to the MICHELIN Visionary Concept not forgetting the famous maps and guides - or the good old Michelin Man - a whole world of excitement awaits you ! The museum exhibition is bilingual (French/English). You can also take a tour in German or Spanish, thanks to the audioguide available at the site reception, or in German, Spanish, Italian and Dutch by downloading the free l'Aventure Michelin mobile application.

Completed in 1945, the Clermont-Ferrand train station is an example of modernist architecture. It has Architecture Contemporaine Remarquable (remarkable contemporary architecture) status. The first train station in Clermont-Ferrand was inaugurated in 1855 for goods transport and passenger travel. An entire new neighbourhood was created to the east of the historic centre of Clermont-Ferrand and urban planning created wide avenues leading to the station. A new parish (Saint Joseph), businesses and hotels completed the development. But the only parts remaining of this first station are the side lodges. The present-day station was completed in 1945. It was the SNCF architect-engineer Paul Peirani who designed it, based on the model for the station at Le Havre (1929-1931) by architect Henri Pacon. The building is an example of modernist architecture with wide bay windows for maximum lighting in the entrance lobby, refined and simple lines, and an emphasis on light. The entrance lobby is decorated with enamelled lava stone by Jean Jaffeux. The clock tower is a recurring feature in train station architecture, since it is a symbol of punctuality and speed. The Clermont-Ferrand train station was awarded “Architecture Contemporaine Remarquable” (remarkable contemporary architecture) status in 2023. Since thermal spa resorts were becoming popular in the 19th century, it became important to establish train connections with them. Royat was connected from 1886 after the construction of a huge viaduct in 1881. Previously, spa visitors left the train at Clermont-Ferrand and finished their journey by horse and carriage. This is what Napoleon III did when he visited Clermont-Ferrand and Royat in 1862.

The Saint-Joseph covered market is a metal-covered market from the 19th century, protected as a Historic Monument. The metropolitan area features other covered markets that are evidence of its trading activity. The Saint-Joseph covered market, in the style of the Baltard market, is one of the last remaining examples in the region without major changes; the markets on Place Renoux and Place Saint-Pierre have been demolished. It was built in 1891-1892 by the ironwork workshop of André Michelin (1853-1931), one of the founding brothers of the famous factory. On a square layout with a central roof window, it is surrounded by a mid-level brick wall with atrium windows. This market is part of a urban planning project for the square for which the town council forbade the use of Volvic stone. The buildings meet strict specifications: “a basement or cellar, a ground floor with bright, spacious storage spaces for the business, a mezzanine with apartments for shopkeepers, two floors with apartments for families or errand boys and a floor with mansard roof for the servants.” The building has been on the historic monuments registry since 2002. The metropolitan area features several other covered markets that are evidence of its trading activity. In rue Ballainvilliers in Clermont-Ferrand is a former covered wheat market built in 1767-1769 in neo-Classical style, which is now renovated to accommodate the Fonds Régional d’Art Contemporain (regional contemporary art collection). In Montferrand on the rue du Séminaire is a former canvas covered market from the 15th century, evidence of the vitality of hemp trading. On Place Poly is another covered market, built in the 19th century, which continues to operate with a weekly Friday market. Elsewhere, Lempdes has a covered market built in 1839, with Volvic stone columns supporting a frame and a hipped roof. Romagnat has a small, elegant, metal covered market, whose workmanship is almost identical to the one in Chauriat (Puy-de-Dôme).

Place Delille and Place Salford both form entrances to the city, one at the road from Montferrand and the other for the station neighbourhood. Two different squares with two different moods. Place Delille In the Middle Ages, Champ Herm (open area, “deserted field” in Occitan) or Place Champet was the eastern entrance to the city from the Route de Riom and Route de Montferrand. The space was located outside the city walls, in front of the postern opening onto the port neighbourhood. Pope Urban II urged departure there for the first Crusade in 1095. The demolition of the walls and the tunnelling of Boulevard Trudaine at the end of the 18th century enabled the square to be developed on the city’s former ditches. In the 19th and 20th centuries it connected the new train station neighbourhood (built in 1855) with the historic centre. In 1820 it took the name of the poet and academic Jacques Delille (1738-1813), a native of Clermont. The Fontaine d’Amboise (listed on the HM registry in 1886), now on Square Olympe-de-Gouges, was the first to adorn the centre of the square in 1855, then replaced in 1875 by the present-day fountain (listed on the HM registry in 2007), from the Durenne foundry workshops. On the eastern side, the large arch marked the entrance to the former 13th century Jacobins convent, now the Godefroy-de-Bouillon high school. On the western side, the Gros pharmacy (listed on the HM registry in 2016), by architect Louis Jarrier (1862-1932), with its storefront by mosaic artists Gentil and Bourdet (1921), demonstrates the patron’s passion for ancient Egypt. At the corner of rue du Port, the neo-classical building made from Volvic stone is by architect Henri Taché (1813-1864). On the northern side of the square was the Michelin swimming pool where most Clermont residents learned to swim under the benevolent gaze of a water-spitting Michelin man. Place Salford The square is the culmination of the streets that converge from the train station. The veterans monument (1923, listed on the HM registry in 2019), 12 m high, is the work of architect Valéry Bernard (1885-1960) and sculptor Maurice Vaury (1878-1965). Its style is Art Deco, with three high reliefs depicting the great battles of World War I: Verdun, the Somme and the Marne, surmounted by a grenadier whose posture enhances the dynamics of the composition. Around the square, two buildings have Architecture Contemporaine Remarquable (remarkable contemporary architecture) status: the post office building (1908 and 1962) by architects Jacques-Honoré Méridier, Laurent Ponchon, André Papillard, Georges Labro and the chapel of Godefroy-de-Bouillon high school (1935-1941) by architects Adrien and Michel Mitton.

Designed at the dawn of the 20th century, the Jeanne-d’Arc high school is the first high school for girls in Clermont-Ferrand. The building makes the very most of the land layout, and features an eclectic style with a blend of influences. Jeanne-d’Arc high school is one of the finest examples of school construction from the Third Republic, an achievement of architect Jean-Joseph Teillard (1854-1915). Construction began in 1896 and was completed in 1899 in the new neighbourhood created when the Clermont-Ferrand’s train station was opened in 1855. First of all, it housed the girls whose education had been entrusted to nuns until 1880. The high school had a U-shaped layout surrounding an interior courtyard closed by a gate that used to overlook the terrace gardens. The rational layout of the buildings depends on their intended destination (administration, student buildings, etc.) and their use (classrooms, dormitories, etc.). Its style is eclectic, its influences include Romanesque (semi-circular arches), Regionalist (materials), Byzantine (minaret) and Nordic (stepped gable). Its materials come in varied shapes and colours: brick, glazed brick, limestone for the supports, glazed terracotta for the decorative features and cast iron. Above the entrance door, on the Avenue de Grande-Bretagne side, the bust of Joan-of-Arc is the work of sculptor Henri Gourgouillon (1858-1902). To the west is the former Petit Lycée for boys, an annex of Blaise-Pascal high school. It has been an integral part of Jeanne-d'Arc high school since 1950. In neo-Classical style, it is the last work of the architect François-Louis Jarrier, built between 1878 and 1880. Its H-shaped layout gives a façade on three levels, with an additional central wing housing the chapel. The walls are made from coated quarry stone and the corner quoins and window frames from Volvic stone. It is an example of a school built just before the Ferry laws in France (establishing free education then mandatory and secular education). It is inspired by a model evocative of the former Collège de l’Oratoire in Riom (17th century).

The basilica Notre-Dame-du-Port has been classed World Heritage of UNESCO The Basilica of Notre-Dame-du-Port was built in the first third of the 12th century in blond arkose. On the outside, the elevation of the chevet, the semi-circular arches and the finesse of the sculptures bear witness to the mastery of the builders of the time. The blond arkose is enhanced by the lava stone mosaics that crown the apse. The pyramidal treatment of the chevet, the sculpted program of the south portal and the capitals, in particular the 4 historiated capitals of the choir, are absolutely remarkable. Inside, the smooth barrel-roofed nave is flanked by two aisles with large arcades and tribunes. The choir is surrounded by an ambulatory with radiating chapels. Donations from the faithful over the centuries have provided the church with a rich array of paintings, including an Annunciation by Philippe de Champaigne, and sculptures, including a Vierge allaitant (14th-15th century). The basilica has always had a special place in the town, thanks to devotion to the Black Madonna in the crypt, whose pilgrimage is attested to as far back as 1614. Restoration work was completed in December 2008. The "daffodil" whitewash restored the unity of the interior volumes and highlighted the 19th-century stained glass windows. Delille Montlosier" tramway station 200 m away (line A). Delille Trudaine" and "Delille Salford" bus stops 300m away (lines B, C, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 27, 35 and 36). C-Vélo station at Place Delille (300m).

Local and traditional restoration in the exceptional historical site of Gergovie. This restaurant offres a panoramic setting 15 minutes from Clermont-Fd.

In the heart of the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park, 20 minutes from Clermont-Ferrand, the restaurant is ideally located on the beach of Lake Aydat. The chef offers traditional cuisine and a range of pizza, burger, salad and snack.

Artisanal pizzas. This pizzeria offers diverse pizzas, fresh pasta, salads, desserts and ice creams. On site or to take away.

Theme restaurant, traditional cuisine and snacks open all year. Reservation required for meals on plate, on tray or take away. Service at all hours. From September to June, the restaurant is open every day for lunch, with a workers' menu and a buffet on Sunday evenings! In July and August, the restaurant is open every day for lunch and dinner. The menu includes burgers, fish, meat, snacks and vegetarian dishes.

Tea room - Homemade pastries - Sweets - artisanal ice creams. Tea room - Homemade pastries - Ideas for presents and decoration - Sweets - artisanal ice creams - great choice of teas. Little menus offered during summer (by reservation): speciality the "Charloise".

Small pub; feeling at home ambience. Good humor guaranteed. Musical nights on the last Thursday of each month.

Traditional cuisine.

In the heart of the Creuse region, just a stone's throw from the Parc Naturel Régional de Millevaches en Limousin and the Puy-de-Dôme, Laurence & Philippe welcome you to the calm and charm of unspoilt nature. In a warm and friendly atmosphere, Laurence & Philippe invite you to discover local gastronomy at the Auberge du Rocher. They juggle with seasonal produce to offer you the pleasure of tasting traditional cuisine, including specialties from Lorraine and Alsace The Auberge du Rocher is also a festive venue, with a large dining room and bar for groups, family reunions, corporate meals and events. Every weekday lunchtime, discover our menu of the day! At weekends, we offer our suggestions on the slate, based on fresh market produce. Loyalty package: buy 10 meals and save 50% on the 11th!

Located at an altitude of 1100m, the restaurant of Notre Dame de l'Hermitage welcomes you to a peaceful and mystical place. After enjoying a cuisine with Malagasy origins, you can enjoy the surroundings which offer panoramas and walks.

Traditional cuisine using local produce.

Do you love climbing? Then come and discover this 1800m² bouldering park in Vétraz-Monthoux. Large, bright spaces to discover or rediscover bouldering. For experienced climbers, try out Europe's largest indoor "psychobloc". Detailed description

Opening 20/03/2020 > 01/11/2020 Stay in the Volcano region of the Auvergne! In the spa town of Royat, Huttopia Royat campsite welcomes you at the foot of the Puy de Dôme in a peaceful, natural setting.

Family-hotel and restaurant near Lake La Cassière. The inn "Between Lakes and Volcanoes" offers a nature stop for a meal or a stay.

Ecolodge in mountain village in Cournols. Construction with ecological materials and feng-shui intervention and geobiology. Fully equipped. Parking and private outdoor space. Rent by week or by night.

In the heart of the Volcanic park of Auvergne, near the Gour of Tazenat, our guest rooms invite you to escape from it all. Electric vehicle charging station. The rooms were renovated in 2021/2022. The car charging station is accessible to everyone. From 5 p.m. access to the charging station is reserved for customers.

In the heart of the Combrailles, come and enjoy an authentic well-being stay. Nestled halfway between rivers and volcanoes, Marie-Claire welcomes you to two "Suites de Campagne®" located in the outbuildings of this old restored farmhouse. The choice of materials, the sobriety of the decor and the quality of the services (bubble bath, hammam and body treatments) will allow you to enjoy special moments in a natural setting. Les Suites de Campagne Les Eydieux, an address shared with those who wish to fully immerse themselves in simplicity, conviviality... or stop their digital dependence here by breathing deeply the air of Combrailles; housing which is therefore also suitable for escapees from the modern world… Welcome to this parenthetical place!

Cottage nestled in the Morge Valley. Sep reservoir, Gour de Tazenat, Sioule, spa resort, Fades viaduct, Queuille meander, Vulcania, Chaîne des Puys. Ideal for hiking, fishing and mountain biking. Wooded grounds. Large, bright room on the 2nd floor. In the valley of the mills, in the lower Combrailles. Reservoir of the Sep, gour of Tazenat, the Sioule, thermal spa of Châteauneuf-les-Bains, Menat and its nautical base, viaduct of Fades, Méandre of Queuille, Vulcania, and the chain of Puys: 15 km. Ideal for hiking, fishing and mountain biking. Independent house on 3000 m² enclosed land with trees. Ground floor: large living space with living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, shower room / WC. On the 1st floor, 1 ch. 1 double bed 160 cm, baby bed, 1 bedroom. 1 double bed 140 cm, bathroom. WC. On the 2nd floor, large bright room 70 m² 5 single beds, games room. Heat. elect. according to consumption. Wood insert fireplace.

In this old hay barn, 4 lovely, cozy and spacious bedrooms await you, peaceful nights guaranteed ! The balconies have a magnificant view of the Puy Chain. Small, antique furniture is set alongside the large cupboerds of yesteryear. The floors are made of local oak. All the woodwork is treated with natural products.

At an altitude of 850 m, between high plateaux and volcanoes, this renovated former barn offers self-catering accommodation for 15 people. Hammam, natural swimming pool, large landscaped outdoor area, terraces, petanque area... Large detached stone house close to the owners' home. You have access to the entire building for a total capacity of 15 people in 6 bedrooms, each with its own shower room and private bathroom. Spread over 3 floors, you'll appreciate the space and be able to enjoy good times with friends or family. On the ground floor, you can share your meals around the large dining room table. The owners will provide you with everything you need to prepare your meals. There are 2 lounges where you can relax by the fire or enjoy a TV break. A Hammam is available for a truly relaxing moment (extra charge). For total comfort, beds are made on arrival, and cleaning and heating are included. Washing machine. Terrace, garden furniture, children's play area, private car park. Motorbike shelter. Biological swimming pool. Petanque pitch Shops and services at La Goutelle 6 km, Pontaumur 10 km. Access to A89 Bromont Lamothe exit.