Clermont-Ferrand / Volcanic charm, French style.
Best month
September
Pleasant weather, wine fair, and harvest festivals.
Reasonable prices
Bigmac $?
Usual visit duration
1-2 days
Stopover on the way to other destinations
Tipping
0%
No tipping culture
internet situation
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biking possible
walkable -ish
LGBTQ tolerated
The cat's meow of a city nestled in volcanic territory. Cat-venturers love the black rock buildings and hot springs.
Purrfect for feline history buffs or those who just want to relax with their paws up.
Things to do
The mainstream
Place de Jaude
Musee Bargoin
Jardin Lecoq
Puy de Dôme
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption
Off the beaten path
Musée d'Art Roger Quilliot
Notre-Dame du Port Basilica
Place de Jaude at Night
La Maison de la Culture
Jardin Lecoq
biking possible
walkable -ish
LGBTQ tolerated
Mindful meoweler tips
The Black Volcanic Rock Buildings
Clermont-Ferrand is known for its stunning black volcanic rock architecture, made from the locally sourced stone. It's a unique feature to see and perfect for cat naps in the shade.
Puy de Dome
This dormant volcanic mountain offers breathtaking views of the city and surrounding countryside. Cats will love stretching their paws on the walking trails.
The Michelin Factory
Clermont-Ferrand is the birthplace of Michelin tires, and visitors can tour the factory and learn about the production process. Cats might even enjoy watching the machines at work!
Useful external sites
Clermont-Ferrand Tourist Office↗
Official tourist website of Clermont-Ferrand with information on attractions, events, accommodations and more.
Michelin Adventure Museum↗
A museum dedicated to the history of Michelin tires, a major company based in Clermont-Ferrand.
Cathedrale Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption↗
The official website of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption, a must-see attraction in Clermont-Ferrand.
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