Auvergne Holidays 2012

Auvergne at a Glance

This region of rolling hills and rocky mountains offers an enchanting escape from the pressures of everyday life, perfect for a holiday where you can relax yet enjoy the endless activities that the landscape allows. Whether you are looking to base yourself in one of the chic towns or get to grips with nature in a country retreat, a holiday to Auvergne will leave you feeling refreshed and fulfilled.

You'll Love Auvergne if...

• You want a nature holiday full of activity for all the family.
• You want a couples retreat to a quiet and beautiful area of France.
• You want a group holiday with a difference.

Getting Around Auvergne

• The capital of Auvergne, Clermont-Ferrand, is pretty town with lots of character owing to its fantastic heritage, as well as a typical French café culture and some great eateries. Clermont-Ferrand is also a gateway to the spectacular Puy de Dome, a sweeping volcano site where one can enjoy walking, cycling and paragliding amongst the break taking views. Beyond this, enjoy some quaint traditional towns surrounding the site witihin easy reach of Clermont-Ferrand
• Stay in rural Cantal with its delightful rivers, gorges and hills; here there is ample opportunity for hiking, canoeing, horse riding and fishing. Sample the local produce from the fertile fields, enjoying cheeses, rustic bakes and jams and succulent dishes in the cafes and taverns of the old villages like Salers and Tournemire.
• Haute-Loire is perfect for history buffs, with castles and religious monuments scattering the beautiful countryside. Its main city, Le Puy-en-Velay is particularly popular with its 11th century cathedral a UNESCO World Heritage site. A renowned area of pilgrimage, tranquility of the various religious sites flows through the entirety of the picturesque landscape.

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