What to do and see in Auvergne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes: The Best Churches & Cathedrals

March 20, 2022 Russell Mellin

Discover the best top things to do in Auvergne, France including Basilique Saint Julien de Brioude, Cloitre de la Cathedrale du Puy-en-Velay, Cathedrale Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption, Chapelle des Penitents, Abbatiale Saint-Geraud, L'Abbaye de La Chaise Dieu, Basilique Notre-Dame-du-Port, Basilique Notre-Dame d'Orcival, Eglise de Saint-Nectaire, Eglise Saint Jean.
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1. Basilique Saint Julien de Brioude

Place Lafayette, 43100, Brioude France +33 4 71 74 97 49 http://www.auvergnevacances.com/visiter-auvergne/basilique-saint-julien-de-brioude-brioude
Excellent
75%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
2%
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4.5 based on 303 reviews

Basilique Saint Julien de Brioude

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
Excellent
49%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
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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. Cathedrale Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption

Place de la Victoire, 63000, Clermont-Ferrand France +33 4 73 98 65 00 http://www.cathedrale-catholique-clermont.fr/
Excellent
54%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,115 reviews

Cathedrale Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption

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. Chapelle des Penitents

43200 Le Puy-en-Velay France http://penitentslepuy.free.fr/penitents%20du%20puy%20Chapelle.htm
Excellent
73%
Good
27%
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

Chapelle des Penitents

5. Abbatiale Saint-Geraud

9 Place Saint Geraud, 15000, Aurillac France http://eglise-catholique-aurillac.cef.fr/
Excellent
40%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
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4.5 based on 15 reviews

Abbatiale Saint-Geraud

6. L'Abbaye de La Chaise Dieu

Centre ville, La Chaise-Dieu France +33 6 32 00 86 22 http://www.abbaye-chaise-dieu.com/
Excellent
60%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 205 reviews

L'Abbaye de La Chaise Dieu

7. Basilique Notre-Dame-du-Port

Rue du Port, 63000, Clermont-Ferrand France +33 4 73 98 65 00 http://www.clermont-fd.com/decouvrir/les-incontournables/la-basilique-notre-dame-du-port/
Excellent
63%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
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4.5 based on 443 reviews

Basilique Notre-Dame-du-Port

8. Basilique Notre-Dame d'Orcival

Place de la Basilique, 63210 Orcival France +33 4 73 65 81 49 http://auvergne-centrefrance.com/geotouring/patrimoi/roman/basilique-notre-dame-orcival.html
Excellent
58%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 269 reviews

Basilique Notre-Dame d'Orcival

9. Eglise de Saint-Nectaire

1 Chemin du Breuil, 63710 Saint-Nectaire France +33 6 75 47 57 36 http://www.sancy.com/activites/detail/5802/saint-nectaire/eglise-de-saint-nectaire
Excellent
49%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 502 reviews

Eglise de Saint-Nectaire

Reviewed By frenchog - New York City, United States

worth a stop after buying the local cheese.Beautiful simple architecture in this part of Auvergne, also a good place to have lunch nearby.

10. Eglise Saint Jean

Rue de l'Eglise, 43200 Lapte France http://lapte43.fr/eglises/
Excellent
67%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Eglise Saint Jean

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