Puy-de-Dome Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A Gothic cathedral with twin spires, flanked by historic buildings with shop fronts.
A bustling street with shops, people walking, and a mountain in the background.
A cathedral interior with Gothic architecture, including pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and stained glass windows.
A bustling street with historic buildings, a prominent church spire, and various shops.
A cathedral with two tall spires and a clock tower, surrounded by a cityscape and hills in the background.

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A nighttime street scene with historic buildings, illuminated signs, and a prominent church spire in the background.
Clermont-Ferrand
Known for Cathedrals, Volcano and Museums
This culturally rich university town in France’s Auvergne region is set amid beautiful landscape, surrounded by volcanoes including the famous Puy-de-Dôme.

Reasons to visit

  • Place de Jaude
  • Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral
  • Notre Dame du Port
A rugged mountain peak with autumn foliage, surrounded by rolling hills and a distant valley.
Mont-Dore
Known for Skiing, Cheese and Recreation
Love skiing, hiking and mountain views? Get away to Mont-Dore!

Reasons to visit

  • Mont-Dore Station
A calm lake with clear water reflecting the sky and surrounding forest.
Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise
Known for Friendly people, Skiing and Dining
Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise is calling! Discover its skiing, mountain views, museums and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Lac Pavin
Pont-du-Chateau
Pont-du-Chateau
Known for Dining and Rivers
Pont-du-Chateau awaits: its riverfront, dining and more!
A town by a lake surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a castle on a hill.
Chambon-sur-Lac
Known for Mountains and Natural parks
Chambon-sur-Lac awaits: its mountain views and more!

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