Parc naturel régional des Volcans d'Auvergne

This low mountain range oscillate between valleys and ridges, and ranges from 400 metres altitude to 1886 metres (Puy de Sancy peak in the Massif Central). It comprises five natural areas which their distinctive landscape : Artense, Cézallier, Monts du Cantal, Monts Dômes and Monts Dore. In these wide open spaces it is essential to take the time to explore in order to fully appreciate the scenery, fauna and flora, culture and crafts. Try the Auvergne volcanoes !

Regional Country Park of the Auvergne Volcanoes

From the valleys to the mountains - 90km

SAINTE-EULALIE Here you can admire a charming Romanesque church. • Take the road D37 going to Saint-Martin-Valmeroux. SAINT-MARTIN VALMEROUX You will discover a natural water spring in the direction of Nozières, an old market hall situated on the square, as well as a nice gothic church from the 15th century (porch, stalls, lectern, thorn shooter, sculptures). Near the village, you can admire different panoramas of the valley (Rocher de la Vierge, la Croix Jalenques). • Follow the D37 towards Salers, then the D537 in Salles towards Saint-Rémy. SAINT-REMY-DE-SALERS The little church is worth a v...

Romanesques churches - 80km

ANGLARDS-DE-SALERS This church dedicated to Saint Thyrse is Romanesque. Just three chapels and a sacristy were added during the 15th and 16th centuries so that’s why the church looks like a latin cross. The entry is on the west with a beautiful porch. A median nave is sustained by a vault. The apse is worth the trip... • Follow the direction of Salers on the road D22 and join Fontanges (road D35) and then follow the direction Saint-Projet-de-Salers via the D35 and then the D42. SAINT-PROJET-DE-SALERS The church of Saint-Projet-de-Salers dates from the 18th century. It was supposedly built by t...

Tourist routes

"Four tours by car as suggestions to discover at your own pace the Pays de Salers, the main spots but also other sights..."

The dam of Enchanet - The gorges of the Maronne river - 60km

PLEAUX This little town has maintained a traditional architecture allowing you to discover the 16th century turreted houses of the local nobility, a church with many treasures, crosses, fountains and museums (page 9). • Drive on the D2 towards Laroquebrou. Turn left on the riverbank to discover the little chapel of Enchanet and the dam in the direction of Longayroux. A man-made beach will allow you to enjoy various water activities. Double back and go to Saint-Christophe-les-Gorges. SAINT-CHRISTOPHE-LES-GORGES Just east of the village, behind the church housing many beautiful statues, there ar...