Discover Saint-julien-de-coppel, Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne

On the County's Storytelling Trail, take a safe stroll: explore the forest with stories to touch, read and listen to. A 900-metre loop with very little difference in elevation and accessible ground for people with reduced mobility. This trail passes by a pond and its inhabitants (dragonflies, batrachians...). You'll then climb the puy des Gardelles and explore the environments associated with each of its facets (adret, ubac and summit).

A tour in a beautiful area between the Allier and the " Nid d'aigle " of Buron through a path that is both village-like and country-like, leading to the summit of the puy Rousset, from where you can overlook the ruins of a 13th century feudal castle. Nice views. Starting point - From the starting sign, go up rue de Chabonat (fire brigade). At the last house, the street becomes a path (view on the Sancy and Montpeyroux massif). Continue on this path, ignoring the right and left paths, until you reach the entrance of the village of Buron (passage near an old washhouse). 1 - Go up the street to the left and ignore the path of the Buron fountain. Go up the main street for 30 m, turn right into rue de Fontbuisson and go up rue de la Forge to the main street. Take it on the right for 150 m, go through the car park and go up on the left towards the church. To the right, go down the path under the wall. Ignore the dead end on the left and turn left. At the Buron exit sign, at the fork, turn left onto the D 760. In Les Verdiers, go down the main street to the right. 30 m before the Calvary, turn right on Chemin de Largeleix. At the cemetery, continue to the left to enter Yronde. At the crossroads take the rue de l'Horloge on the left. Walk along the church and take the path of the Vias. Take the left track (other yellow PR on the right) to go up to the intersection (cross). 2 - Go straight ahead, ignoring the right and left paths, then continue straight ahead until you reach a crossing on the plateau. 3 - Turn left (radio relay / 180° panorama on the Cézallier, Sancy, Chaîne des Puys) and continue until the road. Follow it on the right for 50 m and then take the first road on the left. At the first intersection go down on the left. At the road, go opposite and follow the D 760 for 50 m. At the metal cross, take the right track. At the first intersection, turn left and continue straight ahead until you reach a crossroads of 5 paths. 4 - Go up in front then stay on the left on a grassy path. At a cross, go straight ahead (view of Montpeyroux). At the entrance to the village of Parent, at a fountain, go down to the left. At the next fountain, follow the direction of the VVF, on the left to return to the starting point.

This walk will delight sports enthusiasts eager for vertical drops and contrasting paths. In Saint-Babel, a panoramic view of the Issoire basin and the cereal plain. This hike offers beautiful unobstructed views and crosses many small built heritage sites. Starting point - From the starting sign, at the foot of the city, follow the signs "Direction Table d'orientation", "Butte du Château". Climb to the top (360° view) of the site of Château d'Ybois. Go around the hill to the left and go down to the starting point. 1 - Take the direction of Sauxillanges. At the fountain, go down on the left rue des Charnats. Continue rue de l'Abattoir. Cross the road. Take the rue des Pageix and go down towards Bas Maisons (washhouse). Cross a small bridge and continue on the road to Les Fougères. At the fountain, turn left. At the fork, turn right, go through Suchère, to the left of Château de la Suchère (view of Nonette and Montcelet). 150 m after the houses, go down left on a grassy path to La Malcourtie. On the square (fountain), stay to the left and go down a stony path ignoring the street on the right. 50 m further on, turn to the right on a grassy path. At the crossroads with the road, continue opposite, then turn right onto the grassy path that leads to the first houses of Flat. Turn left and go to the D9. 2 - Take the D9 on the right, go past the fountain, turn left before the War Memorial, then go to the right of the church. Continue to the right, then to the left on the D9 for a few meters. Turn right on Chemin de la Pellière. When you arrive in Les Echallats, keep to the left. Take the first road on the left and continue straight ahead towards Les Escures. At the entrance to the hamlet, ignore the road on the left and the street on the right and walk along the houses. At the crow's feet, leave the road and take Les Eversins road. Climb (view of the Livradois). Pass in front of the Ybois castle. Go down to La Barberie (view of the Sancy massif and then Issoire), ignoring a path on the left. Just after La Barberie, take the first grassy road on the left. At the crossroads, continue in front. At the next intersection, turn right. Ignore the path on the right. At Les Escures, take the road on the left and follow it, ignoring the roads on the right and left. At the fork, go down to Naves. 3 - At the 1st street, turn right, take left on rue de la Fontaine. Place de la Fontaine (cross and fountain), turn right. Cross the Issoire road and go up the small street opposite. Continue along the steep path in the undergrowth. Turn right. At the Straw exit, take the road to the left. At the first road on the right, go down and at the first curve, turn left. Cross the Fumades. Take the road on the left towards La Laye, before the small bridge, leave the road and turn left, then immediately to the right, a long and ravine climb. At the crow's feet (cross), go down to the right by a road. Cross Roure by the main street (washhouse, fountains). At the next fountain, turn right. Continue on the road ignoring the right lane. After the bridge, turn left on the grassy road. Continue up to the road. Cross it and continue straight ahead until you reach the starting point.

One of the most beautiful itineraries in the area, which offers a panoramic view over the entire region. From the village of Yronde-et-Buron and its bright arkose houses (blond stone), we travel south... and to the magnificent and nearby Forest of the Comté. Starting point - Cross the departmental road, take the "Chemin de l'Abbaye". At the bottom of the valley, cross the bridge and turn left. Go past the ruins of the Abbey of Bouschet (commemorative plaque), cross the D760 and go up in front. Take the first path on the left, first in the undergrowth and then in the middle of the vines up to a T-junction. 1 - Take the track which rises to the right. Leave the first path on the left (view on the castle of Buron, the hills of Lembron, the Cézallier, the Sancy massif, the Puys chain). At the crossroads of five paths, continue on the main path to the top of the hill. 2 - Turn right. Take the first road on the left at the level of a large scree, then the first road on the right which joins a road on the left to Yronde-et-Buron. After the first houses, turn right and take the street "Sous les Treilles" until you reach a crossroad (crossroads with other PRs). 3 - Take the small road on the right which goes down between gardens, go up leaving a path on the right up to a road. Turn right for about 400 m to reach another road. Take it to the right. 150 m further on, take the path on the left in the undergrowth, until the next crossing. 4 - Turn left up into the forest. At the T-junction, turn left. Leave a path successively to the left and then to the right. At the fork, after leaving the wood, turn right. At the next crossing, continue straight ahead (viewpoints: Livradois, Lembron, Cézallier, massif du Sancy and the Puys chain). Go down to the undergrowth, leave the first path on the left and go up to the right. The itinerary describes a wide loop on the right while going down quickly (views on the Val d'Allier, Issoire, Lembron and Cézallier). Continue, leaving a path on the right, until you reach a large T-junction. 5 - Turn to the right and continue on a good path which goes down towards Fontcrépon. Before the first houses, take a path on the left, cross the village and get back to the starting point.

Overlooking the Allier and the couze Chambon near Coudes, this hike on the plateau allows us to visit the very beautiful village of Montpeyroux and to cross landscapes of pailhats reminiscent of the old winegrowing economy. Starting point - From the starting panel, walk along the car park. At the educational farm, turn left and progress on the arkose outcrops (view of the Sancy massif and the Puys chain) until the beginning of the descent. Continue on this road until you reach an intersection at mid-slope. 1 - Turn right and go down immediately to the left until you reach a T-junction. Turn right and continue until you reach a wide flat path at the bottom of the descent. Take it to the left. At the next intersection go down to a road, cross it (access to Chadieu Castle, private site) and continue opposite until the first road on the right. 2 - Take it, barrier. Advance in the undergrowth along the banks of the Allier and leaving paths on either side. At the road, go down on the left and continue straight ahead until you reach the first houses of Coudes. Walk up to the level of a path going up to the right. 3 - Engage between hedges and fences, continue along gardens and then in the middle of houses until you reach the road. 4 - Go up to the right by the Chemin du Cuel. Further to the right, take the Pailhas path (terraces). On the plateau, continue to the left, until you reach the road. Turn left for 100 m, then go up on a road opposite. At the cross, go up the steps and turn right to the Place de l'Église. Go down through the streets of la Quye and des Granges (panorama on the Sancy massif) to reach the entrance of the village (former arkose quarry) and the starting car park.

A village of blond stone, perched on a hill, Montpeyroux is easily recognizable. The hiking trail is accessible to families and will allow you to stroll through the pretty alleys and admire the horizon during a short walk. Starting point - From the starting sign on the car park, pass in front of the community centre and turn left at the roundabout (place de l'Hume). Go up the rue des Granges. In front of the medieval porch, after the church, turn left into rue de Tralume. Go down the stairs on the left, cross the street in front of a cross and join the paved road. Take it down to the first crossroads. 1 - Continue straight on this road, and after a large bend, leave a path that goes to the left towards the castle of Chadieu and go down towards the Allier. Leave a path on the right and continue to the climbing site "Les Rochettes". 2 - After about 80 m, take a small track on the right which joins the first houses of Coudes between gardens and cliff. Go up the rue du Nord for about ten metres and to the right the chemin du Cuel. At the fork, take the right track, and go straight up to get back to the crossroads at point 1, turn left to go up on Montpeyroux. After 100 m, turn left to reach the stone cross. Go up the stairs and turn right into rue de Tralume. In front of the medieval porch, turn right to reach the car park.

A day on the banks of the Allier and Auzon rivers, for an unusual discovery of an environment full of surprises. The renewed pleasure of strolling along the water's edge, whether on a fine summer's day to enjoy the freshness of the river, or in autumn for the hushed ambience of a natural setting decked out in fiery colors. Departure: SNCF Pont-du-Château stop, follow signs for "Rive d'Allier" / Le Cendre station, follow signs for "Pont-de-Cournon". The easiest way to take this tour is to leave your car at Clermont station, then take the train in the direction of Thiers to the "Pont-du-Château" stop. Return from Le Cendre station, direction Clermont. The reverse is also possible.

An easy walk with three main themes Pont-du-Château and its rich heritage, proudly overlooking the Allier, the Cortal plateau with its sweeping views over the Chaîne des Puys, the Limagne, the Comté and finally, the wild, mysterious Allier river, where you'll discover the remains of an ancient water mill, the Machal cliffs and the traces of an ancient port at Pont-du-Château. Departure point : - Aux Palisses", under the Pont d'Allier: take the bridge to cross the town.

Plateaux, puys, the Allier river: a condensed version of nature just a stone's throw from the big city. A half-day tour, or longer if you opt for the "hors circuits", with access to the puy d'Anzelle and puy de Bane, for a broad overview of the town and its extraordinary volcanic environment. Departure : Departure from Lempdes, parking lot near the town hall. Recommended off-route routes: puy d'Anzelle (2 km round trip), puy de Bane.

From Sauvagnat, a former Carolingian courtyard, we progress on the slopes of the Puy de Neyrand with long rows of lavender blending with orchards and beautiful vegetable gardens in front of wealthy houses dating back to before the phylloxera crisis. Starting point - At the top of the square, take the Trézins path. Go up to the first track on the left. 1 - Follow it towards the grove. At the top of the hill take the small path on the left, access to "Puy Neyrand": AR 20 minutes (view on Chaîne des Puys, Sancy and Cézallier). On the way back, continue the balcony trail (view of St Yvoine, Issoire, Le Livradois), and go down to a T-intersection. 2 - Go to the left. Before the power line, go down the path on the right. At the crow's feet, follow the grassy path down towards the valley until you reach the D 712. 3 - Go down this road for 100 m. Turn right before the bridge. Cross a garden area. When you arrive at rue J. Aujame, immediately turn left onto chemin de la Tarraie until you reach the first path on the left. 4 - Follow it to the top (Racoulat rock), turn off towards the two pylons and turn immediately to the left to go down towards Sauvagnat. Go up rue de la Dray then rue de la Conche. At the fountain, go down rue du Bac. Turn left into the main street. Place de la Fontaine, enter the Fort district. Turn left into a dead end and then turn right. Go up the stairs, take the rue de l'Eglise on the right and then on the left and then turn left again to return to the starting car park.

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.

.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.

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

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.

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.

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

The Contemporary Arts Centre in the Creux de l’enfer is located in the Valley of the Factories. This place promotes contemporary artistic creativity and promotes the meeting between arts and audiences.

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

Castle built in 1170 dominating the Limagne, stronghold of the Counts of Auvergne and the most historic royal domain of the province. Château de Busséol, built in 1170 on a volcanic dyke, is a fortified castle overlooking the Limagne. It is the oldest and most historic castle in the Auvergne county. It was built to defend access to Vic le Comte. It belonged to several kings and queens of France. It withstood the onslaught of soldiers during the Hundred Years' War. Spared by Richelieu, it remained inhabited until the French Revolution. Restored from 1966 onwards, the current owner presents an exceptional circular fireplace, furniture and weapons and armor evoking feudal life. The tour ends on the parapet walk leading to a "singular" medieval garden.

Recognized as one of the richest forests in Auvergne, the Comté forest is a Sensitive Natural Area, unique for the diversity of its flora and fauna. Hiking trails are available to discover these natural treasures. Recognized as one of the richest forests in Auvergne, the Comté forest is an Espace Naturel Sensible (ENS - ens.puy-de-dome.fr/nos-actions.html), unique for the diversity of its flora and fauna. Hiking trails are available to discover these natural treasures. This emblematic forest, the largest lowland oak grove in Auvergne, is also the first and largest site acquired by the Département when it set up its Espace Naturel Sensible policy, and now covers more than 610 ha. The Comté forest covers a total area of 1,500 ha. Bordered to the west by the Allier valley and to the east by the granite plateaux of the Livradois, it is one of the most diverse and floristically rich massifs in France. The Comté massif stretches across several buttes belonging to Europe's oldest volcanic complex (-25 million years), such as the Pic du Cheix Blanc (817 m altitude), the Pic de Dimond (734 m) and the Pic des Fleurides (676 m). The area's geographical location and geological and historical past are factors that explain the great diversity of habitats (varied forest stands, gully forests, residual alluvial forests, pioneer grasslands on rocky domes....). In fact, the Comté forest is home to a wealth of flora: for example, the knotty cranesbill, a mountain species that reaches its northern limit on national territory in this forest. And four protected species: the martagon lily, the superb carnation, the pulsatilla anemone and the red cephalanthemum. The forest's wealth of flora is matched by a remarkable wealth of fauna, including large wild animals (deer, wild boar, foxes), small mammals (bats: Daubenton's murin), birds (buzzard, red kite, pileated woodpecker), insects and amphibians, with emblematic species such as the spotted salamander and yellow-bellied sounder, both considered rare and threatened in France. The Conseil Départemental offers a program of events, some of which take place at the Forêt de la Comté with the ENS.

Just twenty minutes from Clermont-Ferrand, the Val d'Allier Ecopôle, a 140-hectare site including 30 hectares of water, is located in the communes of Pérignat-ès-Allier and La Roche-Noire. Hiking: milan, pond and Allier trails. The SEAT (Syndicat d'Etudes et d'Aménagement Touristique), created in 1996 and made up of two Communities of Communes (Billom Communauté and Mond'Arverne Communauté), manages the Ecopôle site, a private site open to the public. Made up of former gravel pits, major ecological work carried out in partnership with the LPO Auvergne has encouraged the return of biodiversity to this former industrial site. This emblematic site of ecological transition is destined to become an educational site reconciling human activities and environmental protection. Located on a migratory route, it is possible to observe over 227 species of birds, as well as all kinds of reptiles, amphibians and a wide variety of flora.

The Sainte-Chapelle de Vic-le-Comte, the choir of the church of Saint-Pierre, houses a splendid carved altarpiece representing the cardinal and theological virtues, as well as magnificent old stained glass windows depicting scenes from the Old and New Testament. The choir is the former 16th-century Sainte Chapelle, whose exterior is adorned with a cornice of fantastical animals. Inside, it is topped by an Italianate tribune which, like the Renaissance altarpiece, may have been commissioned by Catherine de Médicis.

At Cournon-d’Auvergne, several different bridges have crossed the river Allier since the 1st century BCE. Some vestiges of former bridges are still visible. From the first century BCE, under Agrippa (62-12 BCE), a Roman bridge crossed the river Allier at Cournon d’Auvergne, along which the military route ran from Lugdunum (Lyon) to Saintes via Augustonemetum (Clermont-Ferrand). This was a strategic route that crossed the Cournon territory from east to west. Starting at the present-day SNCF train station in Clermont-Ferrand, it more or less followed the railway line to the heights of the Le Cendre train station and passed close to the Ribeyre before joining the Allier. Depending on the level of the river Allier, you can sometimes see a few remains of the piers of this Roman bridge. A bridge was subsequently mentioned in the 13th century in several texts. It was apparently swept away in the early 15th century and, for close to four centuries, it was replaced by a ferry which became the sole means of transport across the Allier. In 1833 the Cournon d’Auvergne town council decided to build a suspension bridge to replace the ferry. Construction began in 1837 and the bridge was inaugurated on 27 June, 1839. This first suspension bridge was designed by the engineer Kermaingant. Various landowners from Cournon d'Auvergne and Pérignat-lès-Allier carried out the construction work in exchange for a 60-year toll franchise. One of these owners was the musician Georges Onslow (1784-1853), who owned the Château de Bellerive (La Roche-Noire). Lava stone piers from this bridge remain clearly visible close to the current bridge. It underwent several major renovations, including after an accident caused by American trucks in 1918, a dramatic event that remains etched in local memory. The suspension bridge was replaced in 1959 by a bridge with a metal arch and reinforced concrete deck. This bridge is still in service today and was widened in 2023.

Recent archaeological discoveries revealed the existence of a Gallic fortified town on the site of Gondole, in the shadows of the Plateau de Gergovie. There is evidence of its occupation as far back as the 1st century BCE. Set out on an overlook, the town was protected by a fortification made up of a bank and a trench. The fortification ran 700 metres long, 100 metres wide and 10 metres high. It is still visible today. Inside, vast residences installed on large basements were identified. They were organised around a structured road network, along a main road and on both sides of secondary roads. A huge artisanal district was also discovered. It extended over several hectares, in front of the oppidum. Business was very active: potters, bronze workers (copperware and foundry), blacksmiths (manufacture of small objects), tabletiers (bone rings), horn workers (horns and antlers) and furriers (skins and furs). The presence of many wine amphoras and other imports (ceramic tableware) from Spain or Italy is evidence of trade exchanges with the Romans. Close by, in the plain, a grave containing eight knights and eight horses, with a layout unique in Europe, was discovered in 2022. A short distance from this oppidum are two other sites: the sites of Corent and Gergovie. The oppidum at Gondole was inhabited until 30 BC. Photos : 1/ Gondole Oppidum, between the Allier and the Cournonnaise conurbation (photo by S. Foucras, Inrap/ARAFA) 2/ The men's and horses' tomb (photo by U. Cabezuelo, Inrap) 3/ Battery of four potter's kilns uncovered in the artisanal quarter in front of Gondole (photo by Y. Deberge, Inrap/ARAFA) 4/ Potter's kiln uncovered in the artisanal quarter in front of Gondole (photo by Y. Deberge, Inrap/ARAFA) 5/ Intaglio rings imported from Italy and Gallic ring ornaments (photo by Y. Deberge, Inrap/ARAFA) 6/ Gems (cornelian and glass paste) from rings imported from Italy depicting a canid (top) and a cornucopia (bottom) (photo by Y. Deberge, Inrap/ARAFA) 7/ Accumulation of empty wine amphorae at the bottom of a well (photo by Y. Deberge, Inrap/ARAFA)

The first traces of occupation of the plateau of Corent date back to the Neolithic period, in the 4th millennium BC, but the first true village does not appear until the end of the Bronze Age, between 1000 and 800 BC. -C. Around 130 BC, the Arvernes, a Gallic people occupying most of today's Auvergne, founded a sanctuary in the center of the plateau, marked by ritual banqueting, around which the specialized districts of a true Gallic town, an oppidum, were built. The Conseil départemental du Puy-de-Dôme has set up an educational trail to discover the theater and sanctuary at Corent. Signage and 3D videos (available on this page) help you imagine the Gallic town of Corent. Download the Corent archaeological site presentation brochure below.

The former stables are the remains of a 17th century château. The former stables, along with the gate (Impasse du Vieil Abreuvoir) and the Cedar (at the intersection of Avenue de la Lourne and Route des Martres), the only remains of the Château de Montséjour built in the 17th century, surrounded by a park with trees and flowers. A property owned successively by large local families, including the Petit de Montséjour family, (Jean-Pierre Petit de Montséjour, Mayor of Le Cendre from 1856 to 1871) and the Verdier de Latour family (Edmond Verdier de Latour, Consul of France), the château and its occupants played an important role in the life of the village. Restored in 1880, the building went to ruin over the course of time. Finally purchased by a developer, the château was destroyed at the end of the 1960s. The land on which it sat was sold and made way for the construction of several land development projects. La Saunière replaced the vines, Les Jardins de Lourme took the place of the château and its park. The Espace Verger du Caire and the former stadium are located in the former orchards.

Built in the 19th century, the Cendre-Orcet train station boosted the development of local companies.It features a neo-classical style. The Cendre-Orcet station was built in 1854-1855 outside the village. Before it arrived, it took a week to reach Paris by carriage. By train the journey now took “only” 15 to 17 hours! Until the middle of the 20th century, the station enabled goods such as wine and liquor to be carried beyond regional borders. These goods were previously transported via the river Allier, leaving the port of Pont-du-Château. The station partly explained the success of local companies such as Distillerie Grassion from 1885 and the former Sucrerie de Bourdon in Clermont-Ferrand. From the middle of the 20th century, transport of passengers took precedence over all other business. The Cendre-Orcet station adopted a neoclassical architecture, a streamlined style where harmony of shapes and proportions was as important as symmetry. On the first level, three large bay windows gave access the station lobby. On the second level, rectangular windows were vertically aligned with the bay windows and featured a broad cornice at the top. Window frames, pilasters and storey separation cornices were made from Volvic stone and contrasted with the walls that are today covered with a clear coating. The Sarliève-Cournon station was built along the same lines.

Église Saint-Pierre is a 19th century church in neo-Gothic style, built to replace an older church. In the 19th century, when the Église Saint-Pierre was entirely rebuilt, excavations performed in 1851 revealed the presence of a former Roman church dating back to the 11th and 12th centuries, in place of the current building. The village fort, a highly individualised area, was then structured around this former church and occupied the peak of a hillock that was more pronounced at the time. Constructions built close to one another ensured collective safety inside the fort, which included 23 houses, the church and its cemetery, a common house (municipal services) and a fortified house that no longer exists. A Rue du Fort still exists. In 1849, Aymon Mallay (1805-1883), a departmental architect in Puy-de-Dôme and architect for the diocese, was commissioned for the reconstruction of the church. He had previously worked on several religious buildings in the Auvergne region, including église Saint-Léger de Royat. The present-day church is built from Volvic stone. It is in neo-Gothic style, inspired by medieval forms such as pointed arches, which can be seen above the openings, and rose windows, above the western gate. The church retains a number of statues which are on the additional inventory of historic monuments. As for the bell tower, it has two bells, one cast in 1822 (62 cm in diameter), the other in 1823 (72 cm diameter).

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.

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.

In a friendly setting, the inn offers you a traditional cuisine based on local products and mainly organic, pizza as well as a weekday menu. All dishes can be taken away.

"For a hot lunch, the restaurant Les Epilobes proposes a brand new menu, with a daily special, meal deals and snacks. Fast, practical and economical, with a range of dishes to choose from (starters, mains and desserts), to suit all tastes!"

Just a few steps from the station of Chalmazel, the Auberge des Granges offers you farmhouse specialities : delicatessen , patia (potates baked in cream), chicken liver cake, sausage rolls, bilberry tarte, Montbrison cheese raclette, Forez hotpot... booking necessary.

Catering based on local products, burger with tomme, fourme, saint nectaire or entrecote accompanied by a salad and chips, salad, cheese, aperitif platters. On reservation only.

Welcome, Sharing and Discovery are the key words that Marjorie and Edouard offer you to experience at the Auberge de la Source. Here you can recharge your batteries and have an experience to create and tell memories. L’Auberge de la Source is a place to “be well and be well”. Also, we offer you: - The cottage with comfortable double, triple and family rooms with a total of 8 rooms and 24 beds ; - The table with family, authentic and multi-traditional cuisine made from local products allows you to discover local recipes but also go on a culinary journey. We work on unique menus per fortnight with reservations required 48 hours in advance; - A friendly space composed of a bar, darts, table football, and a mezzanine with sofa and billiards. - A grocery store selling local products promoting, among other things, our local partners; - Additional activities to discover: o Marjorie takes you to discover Japanese Raku ceramics, clay modeling and specific cooking techniques. Several workshops possible on request (jewelry, pieces). o Edouard takes you to discover deep relaxation through sound massage with Tibetan bowls and vibrational acupuncture with therapeutic tuning forks (by reservation).

Catering: work menu at lunchtime from Monday to Friday, delicatessen/cheese boards and takeaway sales, rooms (hotel/gite) and every day for groups on request. Organization of events (concerts, theme nights...)

From the simple, the real, the authentic terroir, in a warm, family and friendly atmosphere. A very popular inn where quality and quantity are essential. The restaurant room is integrated into a typical summer jasserie. High altitude inn on summer pastures offering fresh local produce from surrounding farms (ATDR label). Booking strictly needed as no mains electricity. Hautes Chaumes (High Pastures) specialities: -local cured meats -local cheeses -thresher's pâté, bilberry or walnut tarts according to season -patia (potatoe with cream cooked slowly over 5 hours). Group rate (minimum 20 people)

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.

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.

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

Notre Dame de l'Hermitage seems to stay up the canton. Its privileged position offers a rare panorama, of numerous paths and invite you to practice hiking. . Collective accommodation at an altitude of 1110 m, a place of conviviality and serenity.

The gîte features a lounge and living room with fitted kitchen. Separate entrance. Patio and access to the garden, not overlooked. Parking space outside the gîte.

Semi-detached cottage. In the Hauts Monts du Forez, independent house with 2 family gîtes and 1 collective gîte. At your disposal, 600 m² of playground and tennis area shared by the gîtes, carport, 300 m² car park. Noirétable 13 km - St-Etienne 87 km.

At an altitude of 1100 m, in the Hauts Monts du Forez, independent house with 2 cottages and 1 apartment with a common open ground of 100 m². Noirétable 13 km.

Heating: 0.17Euro/kW. Noirétable 13km, St-Etienne 87km. Self-contained house comprising 2 gîtes et 1 other dwelling. 36 sq. m on 1st floor. Living room, kitchen area, 1 bedroom, 1 alcove (beds: 2 single, 1 double, 1 double sofa). Shower room, electric heating. Shared washing machine et tumble drier. Car port. 300 sq. m parking space. 600 sq. m games space et tennis court shared between the gîtes.