10 Historic Sites in Auvergne That You Shouldn't Miss

June 30, 2021 Roger Rusk

Discover the best top things to do in Auvergne, France including Chapelle St. Michel d'Aiguilhe, Cloitre de la Cathedrale du Puy-en-Velay, Chateau de Villeneuve-Lembron, Chateau d'Aulteribe, La Sauvetat, Chateau de La Vigne, Chateau de Montmorin, Manoir de Veygoux, Lavoir d'Hiver, Maison Mantin.
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1. Chapelle St. Michel d'Aiguilhe

Rue du Rocher, 43000 Aiguilhe France +33 4 71 09 50 03 [email protected] http://www.rochersaintmichel.fr
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4.5 based on 719 reviews

Chapelle St. Michel d'Aiguilhe

2. Cloitre de la Cathedrale du Puy-en-Velay

3 rue du Cloitre, 43000 Le Puy-en-Velay France +33 4 71 01 15 96 [email protected] http://cathedrale-puy-en-velay.monuments-nationaux.fr
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4.5 based on 275 reviews

Cloitre de la Cathedrale du Puy-en-Velay

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

3. Chateau de Villeneuve-Lembron

D125, 63340 Villeneuve, Issoire France +33 4 73 96 41 64 [email protected] http://www.chateau-villeneuve-lembron.fr/
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4.5 based on 27 reviews

Chateau de Villeneuve-Lembron

The luxurious home of a nobleman of the Middle Ages. The Château de Villeneuve-Lembron, built in the late 15th century for Rigault d’Aureille, is a fine example of stately residences of the early Renaissance. It is home to a remarkable collection of murals from the early 16th century that bring medieval imaginations to life. During the second half of the 16th century, the walls were decorated with superb grotesques. Then in the 17th century, the ceilings, wood panelling and fireplaces were richly painted. Amongst other things, the château holds some very beautiful Aubusson tapestries depicting the stories of Alexander the Great and Godfrey of Bouillon. You can also find some magnificent frescoes from the 16th century in the former stables.

4. Chateau d'Aulteribe

Chateau D Auteribe, 63120 Sermentizon, Thiers France +33 4 73 53 14 55 http://www.chateau-aulteribe.fr/
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4.5 based on 76 reviews

Chateau d'Aulteribe

The Château d’Aulteribe is acknowledged as one of the best and most sumptuously furnished noble residences in France. It features some superb works of art such as the portrait of Cardinal Richelieu by Philippe de Champaigne, Flemish and Aubusson tapestries, porcelain etc. The furniture collection includes pieces by the finest cabinet - makers of the 17th and 18th century. This tradition is kept alive at the Château d’Aulteribe today in the workshops which train cabinetmakers and restore items from the collection. The new display highlights the Château’s finest pieces and visitors can wander freely through the rooms for a more intimate encounter with the spirit of Aulteribe. Open: > 15th May to 15th September: from 10 a.m. to noon and from 2 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. > 16th September to 14th May: from 10 a.m. to noon and from 2 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. Closed: > Mondays from 16 September to 14 May. > 1st January, 1st May, 1st November, 11th November and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 7,50 €; Concessions (18 to 25) = 4,50 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups

5. La Sauvetat

Place de la Fontaine, La Sauvetat France http://www.lamontagne.fr/zone/auvergne/puy-de-dome/63730/sauvetat.html
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4.5 based on 9 reviews

La Sauvetat is a commune in the Puy-de-Dôme department in Auvergne in central France

6. Chateau de La Vigne

Lieu-dit Vigne, 15700 Ally France +33 4 71 69 00 20 http://www.chateaudelavigne.fr/#/
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Chateau de La Vigne

7. Chateau de Montmorin

63160 Montmorin France +33 4 73 68 30 94 [email protected] http://www.chateau-de-montmorin.fr/
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Chateau de Montmorin

8. Manoir de Veygoux

Lieu Dit Veygoux, 63410 Charbonnieres-les-Varennes France +33 4 73 33 83 00 [email protected] http://www.veygoux.com/
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4.5 based on 56 reviews

Manoir de Veygoux

Jump intoamazing entertainments about French revolution.

9. Lavoir d'Hiver

Rue des Quatre Murailles, Saint-Gerand-le-Puy France
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Lavoir d'Hiver

10. Maison Mantin

Place du Colonel Laussedat, 03000 Moulins France +33 4 70 20 48 47 [email protected] http://www.mab.allier.fr
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4.5 based on 263 reviews

Maison Mantin

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