Chambon-sur-Lac

Chambon-sur-Lac

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownChambon-sur-Lac
Insee code63077
Postcode63790
Latitude45.5706440
Longitude2.8956110
AltitudeFrom 873 to 1883 meters
Surface46.93 km²
Population356 inhabitants
Density7 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
National labelsMurol at 4.2 km (5 min)
Chief townClermont-Ferrand (at 39 km, 43 min)Saint-Nectaire at 9.8 km (11 min)
DepartmentPuy-de-DômeLe Vernet-Sainte-Marguerite at 10 km (10 min)
RegionAuvergneSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Small mountain community located 40 miles southwest of Clermont-Ferrand, nestled 880 meters above sea level at the foot of the Massif du Sancy (1886 m).


SIGHTSEEING
  • Lake Chambon.
  • The Chaudefour valley, protected site (hiking trails in the Nature Reserve, discover the flora and fauna, House Valley Chaudefour source Sainte Anne).
  • The Dent du Marais: cliff overlooking the lake Chambon.
  • The Eagle Rock: view of the Sancy and Chaudefour valley.
  • The Romanesque church of the 12th century.
  • The baptistery chapel of the twelfth round, novel style and located in the cemetery.
  • Sports and Recreation:
  • Hiking trails around the lake, to the Sancy, the Dent du Marais or inter-municipalities.
  • GR30.
  • ATV.
  • Climbing (all levels).
  • Snowshoeing, cross-country skiing.
  • Kite.
  • Paragliding.
  • Balloon.
  • Possibility to rent quad and buggy.
  • Kayaking, windsurfing, swimming, pedal boating and fishing.
  • Crafts: pottery.
Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Chambon-sur-Lac
MonumentsChapel Funéraire
Natural sitesLake Chambon,   Pass of the Croix Saint-Robert

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Market on Friday mornings in July and August.
  • Chambon sur Jeep, Jeep concentration and animation in late April early May
  • Sancy Deuche in May
  • Hill Climb International Chambon-sur-Lac / Mont Dore early August.
  • Festival of bread and traditions Voissières.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Murol dominated by its castle of the 12th National Monument.
  • Besse, medieval city.
  • Super-Besse ski resort dynamic and lively.
  • Le Mont Dore: spa treatments and resort.
  • Le Puy de Sancy.
  • Le Puy de Dome.
  • Vulcania.
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Horse ride in the countrysideNature and the outdoorsFrom 24 € to 65 €Tauves (23 km)
Discovery flight in a two-seat paragliderSports sensations80 €Orcines (23 km)
Two-seat paragliding over the Dômes rangeSports sensations80 €Orcines (25 km)
Sightseeing tour by SegwayEntertainmentFrom 15 € to 45 €Clermont-Ferrand (27 km)
Kiddy Club fun parkEntertainmentFrom 5.50 € to 9.50 €Clermont-Ferrand (30 km)

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PHOTOS
Lake Chambon in the bottom left Nature Reserve
 
Lake Chambon in the background with the Sancy
Pasture near Valley Chaudefour
 
View of the Puy Angle
Lake Chambon, beach
 
Lake Chambon Winter
Balloon Lake
 
To the Col de la Croix Morand
Tooth Grudge and Crest Rooster
 
View of the Puy de Langle
Baptistery Chambon-sur-Lac
 
La Dent du Marais
Chaudefour Valley
 
On the edge of Lake Chambon
Cascade of Perugia, Chaudefour valley (© JE)
  
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WEATHER
Tuesday 21 May
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Night
Min. 8°C - Max. 11°C
Wednesday 22 May
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Min. 4°C - Max. 12°C
Thursday 23 May
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Min. -1°C - Max. 10°C
RESTAURANTS 
Le Clos
Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise
Enjoy free access to the wellness area with our pool and enjoy a cocktail in the lounge mountain nook and finish your evening with the discovery of a real meal Auvergne.
Located 7.3 km from Chambon-sur-Lac29 € per person 
Régina
Saint-Nectaire
CALM AND NATURE - That is to say: the natural landscapes of the Auvergne volcano park is absolutely intoxicating. After a hike in the heart of this unique setting, it is good to take...
Located 7.9 km from Chambon-sur-Lac34 € per person 
Régina Restaurant  
4.5
La Bourboule
Located in the beautiful region of Auvergne, in the heart of nature, the Regina hotel restaurant welcomes you every day and throughout the year in an old charming decor fresh and relaxing....
Located 12 km from Chambon-sur-Lac39 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Mallette    
9.5
Chambon-sur-Lac
For your weekend or stay in Auvergne. Welcome to 'Mallette', a little piece of heaven... In the mountains.
Located in Chambon-sur-LacFrom 40 € to 70 € the double room 
Les Bruyères  
Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise
Rooms 16 m² independent guest house, TV room, bathroom and toilet, cooking facilities, very well siute 3 minutes from the village center, restaurants, shops. Garden with garden furniture,...
Located 7.3 km from Chambon-sur-Lac63 € the double room 
La Pinderie Massif du Sancy  
Chastreix
3 furnished rooms on the first floor of the owners' house (converted barn in 2008), rooms are accessed by entering either owners or independently from the terrace at the back overlooking...
Located 13.1 km from Chambon-sur-Lac48 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Chez Paul et Suzy  
9.2
Saint-Nectaire
Comfortable completely renovated farmhouse in Freydefont, a small peaceful and rustic village, near St. Nectaire. House is with all comforts, maximum 8 pers. With beautiful terraces...
Located 6.8 km from Chambon-sur-LacFrom 400 € to 550 € per week 
Villa Mirabeau - locations de vacances
Mont-Dore
3 furnished in a charming villa on the river of the Dordogne in the village of Mont Dore. This villa, completely renovated, offers all the comforts for a quiet and cozy stay. In winter...
Located 6.9 km from Chambon-sur-LacFrom 400 € to 650 € per week 
Rikito
Super Besse
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Located 7.5 km from Chambon-sur-LacFrom 590 € to 950 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping de serrette  
Chambon-sur-Lac
Located at 1000 m altitude our campsite overlooks Lake Chambon and the Castle of Murol. Our 75 pitches, chalets, mobil-homes, rental caravans, bare places on shaded or sunny, terraces...
Located in Chambon-sur-LacFrom 13.70 € to 18.60 € per day 
Camping le repos du baladin    
9.2
  SPECIAL OFFER
Murol
Nice camping*** of 91 pitches, quiet and nature located in the Auvergne volcano park of next to the medieval castle Murol near the lake chambon.
Located 4.8 km from Chambon-sur-LacFrom 13.70 € to 19.20 € per day 
L'ombrage    
7.6
Saint-Pierre-Colamine
 
Located 7.4 km from Chambon-sur-LacFrom 10.60 € to 13.80 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hotel Bellevue     
8.4
Chambon-sur-Lac
Hotel Bellevue is situated on Lake Chambon in the heart of the Auvergne region. This family-run hotel offers rooms with a view of the lake and the Sancy Mountains. Some of the guestrooms...
Located in Chambon-sur-LacRoom from 38 €
Logis La Villa du Lac     
8.6
Chambon-sur-Lac
Set next to Chambon Lake, this 3-star hotel is 14 km from both Super-Besse Ski Resort and La Bourboule Spa Resort. You can relax by the wood-burning fireplace or admire the lake views...
Located in Chambon-sur-LacRoom from 79 €
Hôtel Les Volcans     
9.2
Murol
Set in a village in Auvergne, Hotel Les Volcans is just a 3-minute drive from Lake Chambon. It offers modern guest rooms with views of the flowery garden and terrace. All of the guest...
Located 3.5 km from Chambon-sur-LacRoom from 49 €

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