What to do in Clermont-Ferrand

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Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral featuring a city, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Places to Visit in Clermont-Ferrand

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Top places to visit

1. Place de Jaude

Around the Place de Jaude you will find striking architecture, both old and new. The square is also home to many of the city’s institutions, making it a busy place on weekdays. Find some peace and quiet in the splendid 17th century church Saint-Pierre-des-Minimes. On a clear day, look beyond the square to see the peaks of the Chaîne des Puys volcanic mountain range on the skyline. Come to the square to appreciate the special setting of Clermont-Ferrand, surrounded by mountains.
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Place de Jaude which includes a monument, a square or plaza and a city

2. Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral

You won’t need directions to find the Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral. See the twin black stone spires of this Gothic structure from all over the city. They stand at 315.2 feet (96.1 meters) high. The dark façade contrasts with stained-glass windows in blues, reds, pinks and purples, and the combination is truly arresting.
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Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral showing night scenes, a church or cathedral and a city

3. Notre Dame du Port

Although not France’s most famous notre-dame, Clermont-Ferrand’s Basilica of Notre-Dame du Port, a Romanesque beauty, is really worth a visit. Choose a sunny day to see the glorious stained-glass windows at their best.
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Basilica of Notre-Dame-du-Port featuring a church or cathedral, interior views and heritage elements

4. Jardin Lecoq

Jardin Lecoq is a 12-acre (5-hectare) botanical garden filled with plants, statues and water features. Set aside a morning or afternoon to explore this green space as there is enough here to absorb many hours.
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Jardin Lecoq featuring a river or creek, bird life and a garden

5. Vercingétorix Statue

The bronze statue of Vercingétorix at the Place de Jaude depicts the famous hero riding a galloping horse with a sword held high in the air. Beneath the horse lies a dead Roman soldier. Gaze upwards to take in the details of the sculpture, which stands on a high platform with six Roman-style columns around the base. Vercingétorix’s shield hangs on the central column.
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Vercingétorix Statue featuring a statue or sculpture and heritage elements

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What to do in Clermont-Ferrand


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Jardin Lecoq which includes a river or creek, bird life and a garden

Clermont Ferrand City Centre

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Clermont Ferrand City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral or Place de Jaude.

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La Gare

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While La Gare isn't home to many top sights, Stade Marcel Michelin and Notre Dame du Port are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Sablon - Trudaine

While you're in Sablon - Trudaine, take in top sights like Jardin Lecoq and jump on the metro at Clermont-Uni-T2C Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Sablon - Trudaine
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Blatin

While Blatin isn't home to many top sights, Place de Jaude and Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Vallières

While Vallières may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Place de Jaude and Jardin Lecoq.

Vallières
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La Pradelle

While La Pradelle isn't home to many top sights, Stade Marcel Michelin and Parc des Sports Marcel Michelin are some notable places to visit nearby.

La Pradelle

 

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