Top Things to do in Puy-de-Dome
Top Hotels in Puy-de-Dome
- 1. Le Clos St Eloi
- 2. Grand Hotel le Mont-Dore
- 3. Hotel Clermont Estaing
- 4. Mercure Clermont Ferrand Centre Jaude
- 5. Campanile Clermont Ferrand Centre
- 6. Hotel Campanile Clermont Ferrand - Le Brezet
- 7. Le Chatel Hotel-Restaurant
- 8. Kyriad Clermont Ferrand Centre
- 9. Best Western Plus Hotel Litteraire Alexandre Vialatte
- 10. Mercure Saint Nectaire Spa & Bien-etre Hotel
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The 10 Best Things to do in Puy-de-Dome, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Discover the best top things to do in Puy-de-Dome, France including Puy-de-Dome Volcano, Volcano Park of Lemptegy, Cathedrale Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption, L'Aventure Michelin, Cascade du Rossignolet, Telepherique du Sancy, Le Puy du Pariou, Puy du Sancy, Fontaines Petrifiantes de Saint-Nectaire, Vulcania.
Restaurants in Puy-de-Dome
1. 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.
2. 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"!
3. Cathedrale Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption
Overall Ratings
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..
4. L'Aventure Michelin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,786 reviews
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
5. Cascade du Rossignolet
6. Telepherique du Sancy
7. Le Puy du Pariou
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 383 reviews
Reviewed By albertv1527 - Utrecht, The Netherlands
Highly recommend hike. There are multiple paths leading to the top of the Puy de Pariou. If you take the path that goes counter clockwise around the base of the puy you will be treated on a varied landscape with some clearings that allow for very nice panoramas. After 2,5 km (the last stretch slanting up) you will reach stairs that spiral around the puy all the way to its top. Those are 500+ steps. From halfway up the stairs you can see more mountains in the distant south (i.e. Puy de Sancy & co). On the top you have a magnificent panorama over the nearby volcanoes and into the caldera. Can very well be combined with going up neighbouring Puy de Goules. In fact they share the car park (Parking des Goules). If you only go up one volcanoe, choose Pariou, it's the better experience. If you do both, save Pariou for last.
8. Puy du Sancy
9. Fontaines Petrifiantes de Saint-Nectaire
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 727 reviews
Enjoy a great and unusual moment in a strange universe of water and stone. After a stroll in the underground, the hot springs will guide you to the atelier where the secrets of a unique handicraft have been preserved for 2 centuries. The 14-meter-hight petrifying ladder will show you man's cleverness in the artistic use of calcium. At the end of the visit you will discover, in the showroom, our creations fine results of the combination between nature's plenty and the craftsmen's know-how.
Reviewed By azyo2018 - Saint Thomas, Canada
This place is for people who really appreciate and want to learn more about the ancient art. The owner has done a fantastic job preserving the history of this type of art. The process of petrification is a type of focalization, so if you are into geology you must visit this site. We accidentally found the place and since our return to Canada, this place has been the topic of our conversations. I think it takes certain people to appreciate what they do at this site. Although my 8 years old daughter had a fantastic time here as well. Because it was short we didn't get too tired and we learned so much about the geological aspect of the area in 20 minutes. We came back with 4 pieces of their artwork. If I am in the area I will definitely go back.
10. Vulcania
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 3,211 reviews
Would you like to learn more about the Earth, its mysteries and beauty? Are you ready to face almighty volcanoes and natural forces? Get ready to explore Vulcania and journey to the heart of the Volcanoes of Auvergne. A unique experience with family or friends awaits you at Vulcania! Move to the Earth's rhythm with rides, moving platforms, 5D films on giant screens, interactive events and scientific theatre.
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