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Valentine's Day Menus

Valentine's Day, celebrated on February 14, is traditionally associated with the celebration of love. Would you like to celebrate Valentine's Day in Auvergne VolcanSancy with a romantic dinner? A romantic dinner for Valentine's Day in Auvergne Our restaurateurs offer you their "Special Valentine's Day" menus. La Pachade Orcival Les ArvernesRochefort-Montagne Auberge La ValléeSt-Bonnet près Orcival Les Voyageurs…

Nordic areas opening 2024

The Guéry and Stèle Nordic areas will open from mid-December: The Guéry Nordic area will open from Tuesday, December 10, 2024 The Stèle Nordic area plans to open from Saturday, December 21, 2024

New Year's Eve menus

The end-of-year celebrations are synonymous with conviviality around a good meal with your loved ones. With friends, family or as a couple, you will find with our partners what you need to make your end-of-year celebrations a success in Auvergne VolcanSancy. . Feet under the table? To make the most of your loved ones, nothing is…

Outdoor holidays in the heart of volcanoes

Even if the snow sometimes plays hide-and-seek, you will always find something to spend quality time with your family during the holidays. On the Nordic areas At La Stèle (Espace Sport Nature La Stèle): Rent roller skates, scooters, roller skis, balance bikes... to ride on the biathlon track (rental open every day during the…

What to do for the end of the year holidays?

Even if the snow is not there, there are many possibilities for visits to occupy your end-of-year holidays: natural heritage, crafts, meetings with producers, castles, museums, exhibitions, markets, etc. Do not hesitate to push the door of one of our 4 reception offices and come and meet our reception teams. They…

Christmas markets 2024

There are many Christmas markets in Puy-de-Dôme throughout the month of December. This tradition is very present in France and throughout Europe. Why this tradition? Find the list of Christmas markets in Auvergne VolcanSancy to spoil your loved ones, prepare for the holidays. Christmas market tradition Of German origin, the…

Brioches with Saint-Nectaire

Are you dreaming of flavors that combine tradition and local produce? Let yourself be tempted by the Saint-Nectaire brioche, a local delicacy that combines the sweetness of brioche with the richness of Saint-Nectaire cheese. This gourmet specialty, emblematic of the Massif Central, perfectly embodies the Auvergne art of living. Let's dive together into the world of this unique culinary creation!…

Autumn family vacation in Auvergne VolcanSancy

Have you chosen to spend your next autumn family holiday in Auvergne? Since volcanic activity has shaped our landscapes, you will be able to see the traces left by the volcanoes (volcanic organs, lake in a crater, volcanic cones, etc.) during your activities. We have also selected ideas for you for farms to visit (animals, etc.)

Of Blue and Blood, the birth of Bleu d’Auvergne

Do you know the origin of Bleu d'Auvergne cheese? In Laqueuille, at the gates of the Massif du Sancy, 1/2 hour from Clermont-Ferrand, in the heart of the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park, a museum tour of Blue and Blood, guides you in the footsteps of Antoine Roussel which gave birth to Bleu d’Auvergne It is in Laqueuille,…

European Heritage Days

Created in 1984 by the Ministry of Culture, their aim is to show as many people as possible the richness of our heritage through unique events, unusual visits, or exceptional openings. These local events now take place in more than 50 countries around the world with free or reduced rates. Sainte-Anne Church (Saint-pardoux) This year, the Friends of…

Stroll through the volcanoes of Auvergne: the ringing stone

Looking for a walk in the volcanoes of Auvergne? Suitable for families with young children, this educational trail offers 1 to 2 hours of free mini-adventure all year round. “La pierre qui chime” are 7 entertainment stations over 1,2 km. Children will be able to discover volcanoes, landscapes, history of the Auvergne village of…

Route of the Tour de France 2024 in Puy-de-Dôme

It is one of the most watched sporting events in the world: the Tour de France, this legendary cycling race will pass through Puy-de-Dôme again this year for its 111th edition. Stage 11 of the Tour de France will cross the extreme south-east of the department to finish on the Cantal volcano. An event that we would not want...

Family afternoon at Lac de Guéry

With the family at Lake Guéry for the afternoon? The Center Montagnard Cap Guéry is open on weekends in May, June and September and every day in summer. An opportunity to take a breath of fresh air around the highest lake in Auvergne. Walks, games, panoramas, discoveries will be on the program for this family afternoon. Discover…

Tom's cake

Ingredients 250 grams of fresh tomme cheese 150 grams of sugar 4 eggs 200 grams of flour 1 sachet of baking powder 100 grams of fresh cream Preparation Crumble the tomme cheese, add the sugar and egg yolks, mix well. Then add the flour and yeast, mix. Add the fresh cream and mix everything. Whip the egg whites and incorporate…

Easter menus

Although the tradition is to eat lamb at Easter, other succulent dishes are also on the menu for this Christian holiday. Find the menus, each more appetizing than the last, offered by our restaurateurs! On the Easter menu, in Auvergne VolcanSancy La PosteSt-Sauves d'Auvergne TravelersBagnols Le cantouOrcival Secrets of EponaLa Bourboule The…

Opening of fishing in Auvergne VolcanSancy

The opening of trout fishing in Auvergne VolcanSancy will take place this Saturday, March 9. You can make your first casts half an hour before sunrise. The regulations allow the last casts up to half an hour after sunset. Each year, the opening of trout fishing takes place on…

Opening of fishing in Auvergne VolcanSancy

The opening of trout fishing in Auvergne VolcanSancy will take place this Saturday, March 9. You can make your first casts half an hour before sunrise. The regulations allow the last casts up to half an hour after sunset. Each year, the opening of trout fishing takes place on…

What to do when it's too hot?

Some ideas of activities to do during the heat wave!

Route of the Tour de France 2023 in Puy-de-Dôme

It is one of the most watched sporting events in the world: the Tour de France, this mythical cycling race will pass through Auvergne again this year with a scheduled finish at the top of Puy-de-Dôme. This dormant volcano rises to an altitude of 1465 m, is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and offers breathtaking views…

Stages of the 2023 Women's Tour de France

The 2023 Women's Tour de France is fast approaching. Women's cycling enthusiasts can't wait to discover the route and stages of this world-renowned competition. This year, the Tour de France route for women promises to be even more exciting and spectacular, featuring the best riders in the…

Criterium du Dauphine

The first stage of the 75 edition of the Critérium du Dauphiné will start on June 4 in Auvergne, from Chambon-sur-Lac. The runners will cover 158 kilometers through the landscapes of the Massif du Sancy. Something to delight cycling enthusiasts! 1st stage of the Critérium du Dauphiné in Auvergne The Critérium du Dauphiné is a cycling race…

In 2023 find the Tour de France in Auvergne VolcanSancy

For its 110th edition, the Tour de France will pass through Auvergne! Stage 10 of the Tour de France even turns out to be 100% Auvergne. It will cross the different Puy-de-Dômois volcanoes. An event that we would not want to miss for anything in the world. Discover the route of this new race, the dates and come and cheer on the brave athletes.…

Trails in Auvergne VolcanSancy

Trails in Auvergne VolcanSancy are an excellent way to discover our lakes and volcanoes. In the heart of the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park, hundreds of kilometers of trails, through varied landscapes, are available to running enthusiasts. 4 trails in Auvergne VolcanSancy From April to October, the associations organize 4…

Films shot in Auvergne

The new "Asterix and Obelix: the Middle Kingdom", directed by Guillaume CANET, was partly shot on the Guéry plateau. Many well-known actors are part of the cast of this film which will be released on February 1, 2023 on screens. Other films, with impressive casts (De Funès, Depardieu, Y.Montant, J.Marais, I.Adjani, Fernandel,…

Fourme de Rochefort

It is made very locally (mainly Rochefort-Montagne, Perpezat, Laqueuille). This raw milk cheese has been made for more than 200 years and was used as currency for the payment of rents. Characteristics of fourme de rochefort Its dough is ivory in color Its rind is typical: grey, flowery with brown reflections. Its flavors and its sweetness…

Green Stations

With the villages of Orcival, Bagnols/La Tour d'Auvergne, Tauves and Saint-Sauves d'Auvergne, the town of Saint-Bonnet Prés Orcival becomes in 2019 the sixth village of Auvergne VolcanSancy labeled Station Verte. What is a Green Station? Station Verte is a tourist label created in 1964. It is a welcoming territory in the heart of the land. Green Stations are…

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