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
What to do and see in Auvergne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes: The Best Nature & Parks
Discover the best top things to do in Auvergne, France including Cascade de la Planchette, Vallee de Chaudefour, Banne d'Ordanche, Chaine des Puys, Puy-de-Dome Volcano, Volcano Park of Lemptegy, Cascade du Rossignolet, Jardin Lecoq, Parc Montjuzet, Telepherique du Sancy.
Restaurants in Auvergne
1. Cascade de la Planchette
2. Vallee de Chaudefour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 251 reviews
3. Banne d'Ordanche
4. Chaine des Puys
5. Puy-de-Dome Volcano
Overall Ratings
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
Overall Ratings
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. Cascade du Rossignolet
8. Jardin Lecoq
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 568 reviews
Reviewed By 897elim
We discovered this park by chance and went off to buy a picnic lunch so we could chill out and enjoy it. If you have had a busy few days treat yourself to a bit of peace and calm!
9. Parc Montjuzet
10. Telepherique du Sancy
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