Top Things to do in Auvergne
Top Hotels in Auvergne
- 1. Grand Hotel le Mont-Dore
- 2. Vichy Celestins Spa Hotel France
- 3. Hotel Clermont Estaing
- 4. Mercure Clermont Ferrand Centre Jaude
- 5. Hotel Les Nations
- 6. Hotel The Originals de l'Univers Montlucon
- 7. Campanile Clermont Ferrand Centre
- 8. Ibis Budget Le Puy-en-Velay
- 9. Hotel Campanile Clermont Ferrand - Le Brezet
- 10. Le Chatel Hotel-Restaurant
The 10 Best Things to do Good for Big Groups in Auvergne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Discover the best top things to do in Auvergne, France including Vallee de Chaudefour, Chateau de Tournoel, Puy de Sancy, Cathedrale Notre-Dame, Puy-de-Dome Volcano, Volcano Park of Lemptegy, Cloitre de la Cathedrale du Puy-en-Velay, CNCS - Centre National du Costume de Scene, Cathedrale Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption, Chateau de Murol.
Restaurants in Auvergne
1. Vallee de Chaudefour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 251 reviews
2. Chateau de Tournoel
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5.0 based on 785 reviews
3. Puy de Sancy
4. Cathedrale Notre-Dame
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4.5 based on 953 reviews
Reviewed By ALAN270548 - Lyon, France
A very historic cathedral the start at the start of the Pilgrimage to St Jacques de Compostale. Interesting architectural style. Well worth a visit a printed guide is available for 2 euros in English.
5. Puy-de-Dome Volcano
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4.5 based on 2,736 reviews
Reviewed By 4KiaraS - Chester, United Kingdom
This was the highlight of our trip to the Clermont-Ferrand area. The hike to the top is about 1 to 1.5 hours depending on your pace. It does get a little more strenuous as you get the the top - and quite steep on the way down, so wear proper hiking shoes. Foe those with mobility issues (or young children) there is the option of taking a train, but if you're able-bodied, you'll want the experience of the hike! There is a middle option - there's a parking lot a little higher up the mountain that cuts about 20-30 minutes off the hike. That lots tends to fill up before the lower lot tough, so go early if you plan to be use that option. There's also a restaurant and a restroom at the upper parking lot. The views along the way are breathtaking. The height of Puy de Dôme is 1,465-metres. At the summit, it's nothing short of magical! We were fortunate enough to be there on a clear day where we had a perfect view of the Chaîne des Puys (volcanoes), Monts Dore and Monts du Forez mountains, Clermont-Ferrand and the Limagne plain. There's a path around the summit so you can take in the full panoramic view. I was shocked to see how many sheep were at the summit! The summit also provides restroom facilities, restaurant, gift shop, ruins of a Gallo-Roman temple, a meteorological observatory and a visitor information center. It took us 75 minutes to hike to the summit and about 45 minutes to go down because we went with the momentum and were basically running all he way down. Be careful - it gets slippery!! This is definitely something not to be missed! Bring a refillable water bottle and wear proper hiking shoes. It was hot when we went, but if you're visiting in cooler months you may ant to bring a light jacket for when you're at the summit.
6. Volcano Park of Lemptegy
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4.5 based on 1,052 reviews
Come and visit a volcano from the inside, with an enthusiastic guide, in the Chaine des Puys, 15 minutes away from the town Clermont-Ferrand.This natural touristic site has, for twenty years, made vulcanology understandable to anybody, thanks to a recreational and interactive visit on foot or by train.There are 4 steps to your visit, which lasts 2:45 hours :- A visit on foot or by train alongside your guide. Benefit from a panoramic view and discover geological wonders (volcanic bombs, vents and lava flows),- the industrial heritage ,- 4D simulator, "La Mine Explosive".NEW DYNAMIC MOVIE "Back to Origins"!
7. Cloitre de la Cathedrale du Puy-en-Velay
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4.5 based on 275 reviews
The 11th and 12th century Romanesque cloister adjoins the Cathedral built between the end of the 11th and the end of the 12th century to accommodate the influx of pilgrims who frequented this famous site. It is remarkable for its capitals and the polychromy of its arches. The tour continues in the mâchicoulis building which houses a collection of religious art (11th to 18th century). Designated world heritage site by UNESCO. Open: > 15th May to 15th September: from 9.30 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. > 16th September to 14th May: closed on Monday, open from 9.30 a.m. to noon and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Last admission 30 minutes before closing time. Closed: > 1st January, 1st May, 1st November, 11th November and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 6€; Free admission: minors under 18* ; 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or non-European permanent residents of France) *excluding school groups
8. CNCS - Centre National du Costume de Scene
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4.5 based on 539 reviews
The National Center of Stage Costume is the first preservation structure, in France or abroad, to be entirely devoted to the material heritage of theaters. Its mission is the preservation, study and valorization of a heritage collection of 10,000 theater, opera and ballet costumes in addition to painted stage sets, provided by the three founding institutions of the center, the National Library of France, the Comédie-Française and the National Opera of Paris. The center has also received numerous donations from artists and theaters.
9. Cathedrale Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption
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4.5 based on 1,115 reviews
Reviewed By poorvegan
Well worth a look beautiful cathedral with interest for an array of different crafts, metalwork, stained glass and ancient fresques...if you like churches you'll .love it..
10. Chateau de Murol
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4.5 based on 1,697 reviews
Reviewed By habiogrady
In the heart of the Auvergne region, amongst volcanoes. The best guided visit ever you can dream of. You will travel in time back to the middle ages. At every corner of the castle you will have a blacksmith, farmer, a guard, knights, Lord of the castle and his wife, all dressed up to give you the most authentic experience. Sometimes using old French, they are so funny. Yet you and your little ones will learn so much as bout history and life in a mot and bailey castle. A beautiful day.
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