Tourism Auvergne |  At the heart of France, Auvergne is the land of wide open spaces and volcanic activity.
From the banks of Allier to peaks of Cantal, from Woodland reliefs of Haute-Loire to Puy-de-Dome, the mysterious Auvergne offers striking contrasts.
Earth of fire, but also countries with eleven water spa s: Volvic, Vichy, Chatel Guyon Royat ...
Its inhabitants, as strong and whole, live in the hollows of volcanic mountains, in villages perched on rocky peaks dotted with abbeys and splendid castles.
Want an air of authenticity, reply to the invitation Auvergne and go discover pastures, ancient forests, plains and enchanting giants of the Massif Central: volcanoes.
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| Allier |  Located at north of the Auvergne region, between Loire Valley and volcanoes of Auvergne, Allier is an important crossroads between North and South of France.
Berceau des Ducs de Bourbon, the Allier is Known as much for its historic heritage as exceptional richness and diversity of its natural landscapes, still retains.
Splendid castles like that of Bourbon l'Archambault, or the inevitable Romanesque church of Notre-Dame in Châtel-Montagne, towns and beautiful villages steeped in history as Moulins, Montluçon and Vichy.
In the heart of France, is also a land of groves contrasts appreciated for its natural sites varied: deep gorges, ancient forests like the Chênaie Tronçais the mountain or on Bourbon St. Pourcinois vineyard.
All these steps in an area of several who cultivates the art of living well and eating well ...
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| Vichy |  Discover the charms of this beautiful city and its verdant region, Bourbonnai s:
The thermal and architectural heritage : mixed ages, the wealth of styles and Contrasts, Discover Grand Thermal Establishment, The Source of Celestins, the gallery and cottages Napoleon III, churches ...
Culture : Vichy is open all year in the unique son of the Opera "Art Nouveau" quality performances.
The sport through exceptional sports facilities, Vichy annually hosts several championships in France and international competitions. Omnisports Park, water sports on Lake Allier, golf ...
Recreation: balneotherapy, shows races at the Hippodrome, casinos, tours, national competitions scrabble, chess, bridge, tarot ...
Nature : 140 acres of parkland in the heart of the city of Vichy are a real city in the country.
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| Thiers |  A unique medieval city that radiates from the Hotel du Pirou Where timbered houses, Peddes (Pontets crossing the street to the floor) Turrets and plunge the visitor to ancient times. The Abbey of Saint-Symphorien Moutier (X century), Gates of the city reveal the nobility and the rich cultural past Thiers.
Capital cutlery: the Thiernois engaged since the Middle Ages to the manufacture and trading knives.
The Museum of the cutlery museum, demonstration workshops and manufacturing will reveal the art of Cutlers of yesterday and today, AND A stunning collection of knives of the sixteenth century to today.
A walk through the valley of Spinning wheels on the banks of the Durolle ramenera You 6 centuries back and discover the daily life of Cutlers.
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| Le Pal |  Le PAL is a theme park unique and is part of the French parks more frequently.
Its originality lies in his choice of gathering in an extraordinary natural setting of 23 acres in the heart of one of the most beautiful regions of France, Auvergne, over 25 spectacular attractions for the whole family, over 500 animals from 5 continents animal shows and unforgettable.
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| Sports in Vichy | 
Sixty disciplines spread over 500 hectares of infrastructure ... A hundred sports clubs ... sports center of 120 hectares only in Europe ... A pond of 100 ha equipped for water sports ... A modern aquatic stage .. . All just minutes from downtown
Experience and recognized expertise in the organization of training high-level and hosting major competitions ...
Vichy is a great destination for lovers of sport, professional or amateur!
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| Cures at Vichy - Fitness |  Program slimming, spa treatments or spa ... Stay traditional fitness customization, Vichy spa facilities are among the most modern in Europe.
An impromptu getaway, a relaxing holidays or thinness, or simply for a gift
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| Gorges de la Sioule |  The gorges carved by rivers and Sioule Bouble give all his true An attractive landscape. They extend over fifteen miles.
The river twists in a narrow defile assailed by vegetation and dominated by the castle of Chouvigny (thirteenth century).
The eye scans the gorges and steep cliffs Their. Hidden in the eddies of the river, the brown trout tease anglers. A path leads you to the curiosity of the trail: The table Péraclos. THIS IS AN Impressive mica table whose tilt enables it to receive sunlight at any time of day. Natural stone or altar carved long ago by the hand of man "to worship the sun? In observing, upon BELIEVE Guess Three profiles of dog that would monitor the Valley to the east, west and south ... It floats by like a whiff of mystery.
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| Route Historique des Châteaux d'Auvergne |  L'Auvergne est le pays des châteaux, tous témoins vivants de son patrimoine historique, artistique et architectural. La route historique des Châteaux d'Auvergne présente six circuits vous permettant de découvrir la richesse touristique de l'Auvergne : le Bourbonnais, les Limagnes, les volcans et Combrailles, le Livradois-Forez, les Montagnes Cantaliennes et la Haute-Loire.
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| Le Domaine royal de Randan |  A dix minutes de Mariol, Le Domaine royal de Randan est un lieu emblématique des innovations technologiques du XIX° siècle au coeur de l'une des plus belles créations romantiques françaises. Adélaïde d'Orléans (1777 - 1847), soeur et conseillère du roi Louis-Philippe, en est l'âme des lieux.
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| Vulcania |  Vulcania is enrolled in the unique landscape of the Chaine des Puys and the Parc Natural Regional des Volcans d'Auvergne.
Vulcania's ambition is to experience the mysteries of volcanoes and discover the Earth Sciences through a balance between attraction and knowledge, emotion and knowledge.
The goal is simple: educate visitors to the beauty and fragility of the Earth to become concerned about the future of our planet and thus their future....
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| Lemptégy Volcano |  Fascinating or terrorizing, volcanoes, masterpieces of nature, leave no one indifferent!
Instant nature in the heart of Volcano
At 15 minutes from Clermont-Ferrand in the center of the Chaine des Puys, explore the Volcano Lemptégy an outstanding site.
Your leader will accompany you in the bowels of this giant to open an interactive discovery and fun ... Watch this geological curiosity, draw volcanics, Share on the shapes and colors ... The site invites young and old to discover the secrets of volcanoes!
A wealth of knowledge open to all during a visit on foot or by train: Choose your formula!
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| And also ... Close to Vichy : |
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* Golf www.golfsc.vichy.free.fr
* Sports d'eau
* Centres équestres
* Piscines
ET ENCORE
* Brocantes, artisanat, marchés
* Musées, châteaux, culture :
* Châteaux du Bourbonnais, la route des châteaux d'Auvergne
* Hippodrome de Vichy : courses hippiques (trop, galop) www.courses-de-vichy.fr
* Festival folklorique international de Gannat
* Villages aux alentours :
* Saint-Pourçain et ses vignobles
* Charroux un des plus beaux villages de France
* Chatel Montagne un village d'artistes
* Lapalisse et son château |
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| Chambres et Table d'Hôtes Les Breuils | (33)4.70.41.00.03 | Gîte rural Les Breuils - Gîte rural Le Darot |
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