10 Things to do in Auvergne That You Shouldn't Miss

June 18, 2021 Leonarda Pillsbury

Discover the best top things to do in Auvergne, France including Puy-de-Dome Volcano, Volcano Park of Lemptegy, L'Aventure Michelin, Cascade du Rossignolet, Telepherique du Sancy, Eglise Saint-Blaise, Statue de Notre Dame de France, Les Bords de l'Allier, Puy du Sancy, Les Sources de Vichy.
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1. Puy-de-Dome Volcano

Sommet du Puy de Dome, Clermont-Ferrand France
Excellent
64%
Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 2,736 reviews

Puy-de-Dome Volcano

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.

2. Volcano Park of Lemptegy

31 route des Puys, 63230 Saint-Ours France +33 4 73 62 23 25 [email protected] http://www.auvergne-volcan.com
Excellent
51%
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 1,052 reviews

Volcano Park of Lemptegy

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"!

3. L'Aventure Michelin

32 rue du clos Four, 63100, Clermont-Ferrand France +33 4 73 98 60 60 [email protected] http://laventure.michelin.com/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,786 reviews

L'Aventure Michelin

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 !

Reviewed By 490theos - Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Brilliant exhibition that appealed to our group aged 5 to 69!Some great exhibits including a railcar from Madagascar.A high quality celebration of a rather special company

4. Cascade du Rossignolet

Le Mont-Dore France
Excellent
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4.5 based on 449 reviews

Cascade du Rossignolet

5. Telepherique du Sancy

Pied du Sancy, 63240 Le Mont-Dore France https://www.sancy.com/equipement-loisirs/telepherique-du-sancy-2/
Excellent
55%
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4.5 based on 583 reviews

Telepherique du Sancy

6. Eglise Saint-Blaise

1 Place D Allier, 03200 Vichy France
Excellent
60%
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4.5 based on 392 reviews

Eglise Saint-Blaise

7. Statue de Notre Dame de France

Rue du Cloitre, Le Puy-en-Velay France +33 4 71 04 11 33 [email protected] http://www.lepuyenvelay.fr
Excellent
54%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
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4.5 based on 749 reviews

Statue de Notre Dame de France

Reviewed By HappySharingCompany - Altorf, France

Lovely Stop on the Camino Santiago we appreciated the Puy en Velay so much and it was a great pleasure to climb inside the Statue to the 360 degrees Cockpit bulb to appreciate the view from the Head of Notre Dame de France once more while a sunny early summer evening . Happy Sharing Happy Outside

8. Les Bords de l'Allier

Vichy France http://www.ville-vichy.fr/projets/allier
Excellent
63%
Good
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4.5 based on 608 reviews

Les Bords de l'Allier

Reviewed By Grantly03

Obviously nicer once the work has been completed and the river is up its his normal level but still a lovely walk with plenty of places to sit and have a seat or stop for a coffee or drink along the way. Its great that everyone uses it whether for running, cycling, jogging or strolling admiring the river on one side and the fantastic architecture on the city side.

9. Puy du Sancy

Le Mont-Dore France
Excellent
69%
Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 430 reviews

Puy du Sancy

10. Les Sources de Vichy

Parc des Sources, 03200 Vichy France +33 4 70 96 19 92 http://ecole.abrest.pagesperso-orange.fr/abrest/sources.htm
Excellent
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4.0 based on 577 reviews

Les Sources de Vichy

Reviewed By M_Araby7 - Cairo, Egypt

Amazing space where you can explore different Vichy water sources. Taste but don't drink too much unless you what you are doing. celestins is the safe one, it is the one that you get it from the grocery, the rest doesn't taste as good and rich with different minerals Enjoy :)

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