Town of Puy-de-Dôme, in region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Vic-le-Comte takes place about thirty kilometers from Clermont-Ferrand, in the Val d'Allier. It is situated close to Issoire, Montpeyroux and Saint-Maurice.
Of ancient origin, the common Vic-le-Comte knows first boom by becoming the capital of the county of Auvergne in the first half of the thirteenth century. She knows many torments in the late sixteenth century during the religious wars, including its headquarters twenty-seven days lives League victory in October 1589. Having become the port in the nineteenth century thanks to its proximity to the Allier, the town will continue to grow over the centuries to make his face today, thanks to the implementation of the stationery of the Bank of France in its territory.
Vic-le-Comte also attracts visitors with its unique charm and its rich architectural and historical heritage.
