Discover Beaumont, Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne

This natural belvedere offers a privileged view over the plains of the Limagne and Allier valleys, and the Auvergne volcanoes. This ancient oppidum was the scene of Julius Caesar's defeat of Vercingetorix in 52 BC.

The route takes in three ancient winegrowing villages, where the marks of the winegrowing past are still very present in the landscape. It's a great walk for everyone, with the volcanic mounds of Montrognon and Chomontel, and radiant views over the town and surrounding mountains. Departure point: Place de la Résistance near the town hall. Alternative parking recommended at the Artenium (accessible via the traffic circle on the D2089). Difficulty: Ascent between Clémensat and the summit of Montrognon. Short but steep and slippery descent in wet weather from Montrognon to Les Montants.

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.

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.

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.

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.

We start by climbing into the forest overlooking the stream. Arriving at the Redon farm, the Puy de Dôme is right in front of you. On the way back, we descend into the wild Artière valley, past boulders including the Samson dolmen. 1 - After 300m, at the foot of a gigantic scree, take the path on the left. It climbs gradually above the valley, into the forest; through the trees you can see Ceyrat and Clermont Fd. 2 - Turn left and continue until you reach marker 3. 3 - Turn right. View of the Gergovie plateau and Montrognon; a little further on the right, you can see the hamlet of Berzet. As you leave the forest, which has been replaced by meadows, the view opens up and the climb is almost over. Go around an anti-vehicle barrier and straight across the Redon farm (watch out for dogs!). After the farm, don't take the path to the left, but continue along the wide track. 4 - Take the right-hand track, which changes direction from south-west to north-west, with a view of Puy de Dôme. Leaving a track coming from the left, go straight ahead until you reach the gate of the INRA research center; at this point, turn sharp right, heading northeast. The path begins to descend. Immediately after crossing it, take a narrower path to the right on the left bank of the river, altitude 815m, a sign reads "Mairie de Ceyrat 4.5km". Follow this path to marker 5. 5 - Take the steep, descending path on the right: "Ceyrat 3.6km", descending towards the Artière; new crossroads under the trees: turn right, continuing downhill. Footbridge over the Artière: from left bank to right bank. The river looks like a torrent, amid the rocks. You arrive at the foot of the Samson dolmen: a huge slab of rock that looks as if it has been carved by man. At a ford, we cross back over to the left bank and discover a gigantic octopus, the work of Breton sculptor Francis Berninca. Crossing a new bridge over the Artière, we walk back along the right bank to the huge scree slope of the outward journey; from here, the path remains the same until we reach the parking lot.

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.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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

The winemaker’s house is testimony to a previously prosperous business in Beaumont and on all the hillsides of Limagne: vine growing. From the second half of the 19th century, it changed to reflect the economic and social success of wine makers. The winemaker’s house is testimony to a previously prosperous business in Beaumont and on all the hillsides of Limagne from the Middle Ages to the 19th century: vine growing Documents from the 14th to 18th century attest to its importance in Beaumont. In 1545, Abbaye Saint-Pierre featured ten large cellars in its vat rooms and in 1792 its footprint included 15 hectares of vines. In 1831 the Beaumont vineyard spanned 263 hectares over 3,910 plots. After its heyday, the Beaumont vineyard was completely destroyed by phylloxera between 1890 and 1895. The region has two types of winemaker houses. The first type is the traditional winemaker house located in the village centre. A narrow construction, it houses both the business premises and the living quarters: a buried cave for wine storage, a vat room on the ground floor for pressing and fermentation, a single room with living quarters on the first floor, accessed via an outdoor staircase, and an attic under the roof. The second type of house was developed in the second half of the 19th century, at the height of vine growing. It reflected the economic and social success of the winemaker. These houses are more imposing and generally have an extra floor for living quarters. They use Volvic stone for the window and door frames, storey separation panels, cornices and corner quoins. They have balconies with guardrails in metalwork or cast iron. They also have courtyards and technical buildings that give the residence a certain professional dimension, focused on the exclusive and important business of wine production. The streets around the abbey feature many examples of these houses with vat rooms and cellars.

The Église Saint-Pierre was the site of a powerful Benedictine nunnery that was founded in the 7th century. The Romanesque-style church was built at the end of the 11th century. The monastery buildings are still partially preserved. The ancient village of Beaumont was structured around a Benedictine abbey housing nuns from the upper aristocracy of Auvergne. It appears to have been founded at the end of the 7th century. In the ancient village two neighbouring churches are properties of the abbey - Saint-Pierre and Notre-Dame de la Rivière. The Romanesque-style Église Saint-Pierre was built between 1060 and 1090 from arkose and volcanic stone. The building features a Latin cross floor plan with projecting transept and semi-circular apse flanked by two side chapels. The church is fully vaulted: barrel, half-barrel and semi-dome. To cover the transept crossing, the unusual solution of a transverse vault was preferred to that of a dome. To the north the church forms the fourth wing of monastery buildings set out in a “U” shape, around a cloister. The present-day Place Saint-Benoît traces the layout of this space. The oldest recognised parts date back to the 12th century, and include the cloister gallery on the north side, leading to several rooms (refectory, infirmary, warming room, chapter, etc.). Some vestiges of the cloister galleries are still visible (sculpted arches, columns and capitals. At the time of the French Revolution, the community was dissolved and the monastery buildings were sold as National Assets then fully revamped. The cloister courtyard is crossed by a street towards the west and an alley towards the east. Its arches have been blocked and partially destroyed. The church and the remains of the cloister have been on the historic monuments registry since 1926 and 1927.

The Église Notre-Dame de la Rivière, which dates back to the 11th century, was until the 19th century the site of a devotion to the Virgin Mary. According to an ancient legend, the river Artière flooded and threatened the old neighbourhoods of the village at the foot of the ruins. The flood stopped exactly where a statue of the Virgin Mary stood, and a church was built at this spot. The most primitive part of the Église Notre-Dame de la Rivière is its nave, dating from the late 11th century or the early 12th century. The transept, the choir and the bell tower were rebuilt then revamped between the 14th and 18th centuries. The arch over the west door is from 1747. Until the end of the 19th century, the church was the site of a fervent devotion to the Virgin Mary. On 2 February each year, the day of the “Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary”, the patronal feast was celebrated. Ceremonies were held on this day, and on the day before a novena was held (nine consecutive days of exercises of piety). A family from Beaumont was designated to decorate the church and maintain the flame of the Blessed Sacrament and the altar linens. The Beaumont archives contain the procession banners dedicated to Notre-Dame de la Rivière. They were likely put on display during the feast. The building has been on the historic monuments registry since 1926.

The Église Saint-Jean-Marie-Vianney is an important example of sacred 20th century architecture. With its 1,860 coloured glass slabs, it is representative of the vitality of contemporary religious design in the region. The Église Saint-Jean-Marie-Vianney was built between 1961 and 1962 to serve the new booming parish of the Vallières neighbourhood. The project was entrusted to architects Albéric Aubert (1895-1971) and Joseph Massota (1925-1989). Albéric Aubert was the designer of modern constructions in the region such as the Sabourin sanatorium (now the École Nationale Supérieure d’Architecture), certified as Architecture Contemporaine Remarquable (remarkable contemporary architecture), and the children’s health centre (Centre médical infantile) at Romagnat. The church is built entirely from reinforced concrete, with a facing rectangular layout. It is built parallel to the slope, with the north façade then becoming the main façade facing the street. The six-bay front section features four bays in the form of porticoes. The first one, on the right, leads to the main entrance. The other two bays to the left feature the baptismal font chapel closed off by glass slabs. The walls of the nave are made from concrete lattice. This lattice is formed by alternating horizontal beams and concrete cinder blocks in header layout. The openings thus created are filled in with 1,860 glass slabs that let in coloured light, whose effects vary depending on the time of day. The coffered ceiling is decorated with a large painted cross. The bell, with its bell-tower, announces the building in the neighbourhood. This neighbourhood church is therefore an example of sacred architecture in the region, with its high-profile architects, innovative concepts and remarkable light work.

The winemaker’s house is testimony to a previously prosperous business : vine growing From the second half of the 19th century, it changed to reflect the economic and social success of wine makers. The winemaker’s house is testimony to a previously prosperous business in Aubière and on all the hillsides of Limagne from the Middle Ages to the 19th century: vine growing The region has two types of winemaker houses. The first type is the traditional winemaker house located in the village centre. A narrow construction, it houses both the business premises and the living quarters: a vat room for pressing, fermentation and conservation of wine on the ground floor, a single room for living on the first floor, accessible via an outside staircase, and an attic beneath the roof. The second type of house was developed in the second half of the 19th century, at the height of vine growing. It reflected the economic and social success of the winemaker. These houses, a series of which can be found on Rue Chambon, are more imposing and generally have an extra floor for living quarters. They use Volvic stone for the window and door frames, storey separation panels, cornices and corner quoins. They have balconies with guardrails in metalwork or cast iron. They also have courtyards and technical buildings that give the residence a certain professional dimension, focused on the exclusive and important business of wine production. Musée de la vigne et du vin, 24 avenue Jean Noëllet in Aubière, recounts the history of the vineyards of Basse-Auvergne and its expertise, from planting to the winemaking process.

The Place des Ramacles owes its name to a story dating back to the Middle Ages until the 19th century, from the era of fiefdoms to the peak of vine growing. Aubière used to be divided into two fiefdoms, one belonging to the counts of Auvergne and the other to the bishop. The village fort outer wall, identifiable on the land register, encompassed the château and the church. Its remains are still visible: at the end of Rue Voltaire (Porte des Ramacles), Place des Ramacles (ditches), Place du Roudet (wall), and a very strange alleyway known as “manhole” which joins Rue Voltaire via Impasse Beauvert. The property of the lord of the manor, the Ramacles were a vast and humid plateau planted with willow trees, alders or poplars, between the outer wall and the Artière. Once a year, the Baron of Aubière authorised the residents to do “remailles”, meaning to cut all the branches of the willow or alder trees. “Remaille” led to remacle(s), then ramacles, hence Place des Ramacles. The houses, built against the ruins on the north face of the Place des Ramacles, had no outlet on the square. In the early 19th century, for more direct access to their vat rooms and caves, winemakers opened their houses onto the south by building several staircase bridges. They were built without municipal authorisation, above the reach of the stream, used as a washing station, running along the walls. Through legal means, in 1819 the owners obtained the right to keep these bridges, “provided they maintained the washing stones for public service and permitted and facilitated at all times their use through convenient surroundings.” They were later named “ramaclés”. Only four of them remain today. A commemorative fountain can be found: la fontaine de l’amitié (1969), in tribute to the Americans who came from the 55th artillery regiment to the town, in 1918 (sculptors: Fernand Auteroche and René Fontanel).

With over 900 caves, Aubière bears traces of a vine growing business that was once significant in the region. These caves fashioned outside the village were perfectly suited to storing wine. Aubière has more than 900 caves, over an area of 3 hectares, intended mainly for storing wine. They are located outside the village due to the closeness of the water table which prevents them from being built beneath the houses. They are hollowed out on hillsides, the door placed downstream, with variable depth of several metres in order to reduce staircases and handling operations. They are vaulted to withstand the weight of the earth covering them. Buried in this way, they maintain a constant cool temperature of 10° C and high humidity, which is favourable to wine making. The caves are ventilated by a ventilation duct with an outlet at the surface. After the arrival of phylloxera in the late 19th century, the wine growing business shrank drastically and many caves were reconverted for cheese ripening, including for Saint-Nectaire. At the peak of the district is a cinder block edifice, the former Savaron cheese dairy housing an extensive network, over several levels, created by connecting former caves. Enthusiasts from the ASCA association for saving the Aubière caves have been working for several years now to protect them. Aubière has two other cave sites: Caves de la Croix de l’arbre, Rue Pasteur under Plateau des Cézeaux, and the Petites Caves, Rue de Pérignat, also under Puy d’Aubière. The Musée de la vigne et du vin (wine museum), 24 avenue Jean Noëllet in Aubière, recounts the history of vineyards in Basse-Auvergne and their expertise, from planting to the wine making process.

The Bezance housing estate is a worker’s housing estate built between 1960 and 1962. It led to a new type of individual house, nicknamed "type Bezance", the latest model proposed by the Michelin plant. From the early 20th century, industrialisation in the area raised the issue of worker housing. In 1909, the Michelin plant founded the Michelin society for low-cost staff housing, charged with building housing estates for workers. Building of the first estate was launched at Pré-la-Reine in Clermont Ferrand in 1910. There are 27 Michelin estates still existing on the territory. The Michelin housing estate in Bezance, with 153 individual houses and 104 apartments in two buildings, was built between 1960 and 1962. It led to the emergence of a new type of housing, known as “Bezance”. This individual house model is the latest proposed by Michelin. It was designed by architect Daniel Michelin, grandson of André Michelin, one of the two founders of the plant. This architect was known for his work on social housing projects with green spaces, which is what was done here. Double houses were adjoined in lines. They were all arranged in clusters of around twenty housing units around small squares. They could be built in “Castor” mode, with workers helping to build their houses which they would then own, and with plans and technical supervision provided by the company.

Église Notre-Dame de la Nativité was originally a small chapel from the 17th century. Since then it has been revamped several times. Located at the foot of Puy Gravenoire, the village of Boisséjour – whose name has evolved from Essejoux to Boissehoux to Boisséioux to Boisséiour… – is part of Ceyrat. It is separated from it by the Artière, a small river that also irrigates Beaumont and Aubière. The church’s construction began in the late 17th century, as evidenced by the inscription “1699” on the entrance door’s keystone. It was originally a small chapel, with a low semi-circular vault and a side chapel in the left section. At an unknown date, a second side chapel was added, in symmetry with the first. In the 19th century, this chapel became too small and was extended and the vault raised. Two renowned Clermont architects worked on it. Hugues Imbert (1807-1876) built the church’s sacristy for which he proposed a plan in 1859. He was also the architect of the Église Saint-Martin de Ceyrat and other buildings in Clermont, such as Église Saint-Eutrope (1858-1862, listed as a historic monument in 1986). François-Louis Jarrier (1829-1881) extended the church by adding a choir, against the originally flat apse, and a bell tower in 1862. François-Louis Jarrier, architect for the city of Clermont-Ferrand, was responsible for the synagogue in Clermont-Ferrand. The southern crosspiece of the transept has a baroque altarpiece which has been listed as a historic monument since 1982. The stained-glass windows came from donations by the inhabitants, including on the western façade, an Art Deco stained-glass window by master glassmaker François Taureilles, depicting Jesus at the home of Martha and Mary.

On its volcanic piton overlooking part of the city, the Tour de Montrognon (“Mons rugosus”, the rocky mountain) is the only remains of the château-fort built by Count Robery, 1st Dauphin of Auvergne in 1190. On its volcanic piton overlooking part of the city, the Tour de Montrognon (“Mons rugosus”, the rocky mountain) is the only remains of the château-fort built by Count Robery, 1st Dauphin of Auvergne in 1190. The château was originally built in a trapezoid shape, comprising a curtain wall connecting several flanking towers. At the top, a system of battlements and merlons protected the round path. In the courtyard was the keep, of which it seems that the present-day tower is a vestige, and several dwellings for the lord and his family, as well as a garrison for one hundred men-at-arms. The keep had three vaulted storeys, with a watchtower on top. The postern, visible from Ceyrat, was preceded by a drawbridge and a ditch. The château was levelled in 1633 on the orders of King Louis XIII. One of the main remaining towers collapsed in 1828 and a portion of the tower and a section of wall were destroyed by wind in February 1840. The ruins became a quarry for the inhabitants of Ceyrat. In 1884, two individuals, Auguste Vignon and Joseph Gouny known as Naca, hoping to discover a treasure dating back to the time of the Knights Templar, were buried beneath a landslide after digging a 10-metre deep well. Vignon was killed on the spot. Gouny was rescued after seven days. For a time, he made a living by exhibiting himself at fairs as a “miracle”.

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.

Traditional cuisine.

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.

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.

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.

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

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!

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.

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.

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.