Cournon-d'Auvergne

Cournon-d'Auvergne

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Cournon-d'Auvergne		Le Cendre at 3 km (6 min)
Insee code	63124		Lempdes at 4.1 km (9 min)
Postcode	63800		Pérignat-sur-Allier at 4.1 km (8 min)
Latitude	45.7415320		Pérignat-lès-Sarliève at 5.2 km (11 min)
Longitude	3.1981770		Orcet at 5.7 km (12 min)
Altitude	From 314 to 542 meters		Saint-Bonnet-lès-Allier at 6.2 km (13 min)
Surface	18.58 km²		La Roche-Noire at 6.3 km (13 min)
Population	18501 inhabitants		Mezel at 7.1 km (15 min)
Density	1014 inhabitants/km²		Dallet at 7.2 km (13 min)
National label			Les Martres-de-Veyre at 7.2 km (15 min)
Chief town	Clermont-Ferrand (at 12.5 km, 19 min)		Saint-Georges-sur-Allier at 7.6 km (16 min)
Department	Puy-de-Dôme		Mirefleurs at 8 km (17 min)
Region	Auvergne		Search another town

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Near major attractions of the Puy de Dome, Cournon-d'Auvergne is a perfect destination for your holiday or weekend. With family or friends, Cournon seduce you with its surroundings, the quality of its environment, its cultural and sports facilities. All the ingredients are there for a pleasant stay: a rich wine entered in the heart of a medieval village, restaurants in the varied cuisine, sports and cultural events, a water body to relax, Allier One of the last wild rivers in Europe, paths lined with Mediterranean flowers ...

• Historic Heritage:

• Get lost in the alleys of the old medieval village, and go discover a typical architectural heritage of ancient wine villages Auvergne (winegrowers' houses and polyculteurs, old cellars, t).
• Built on the site of the ancient Abbey of St Martin, St Martin's Church is akin to major Romanesque churches of Auvergne. Please open the door to discover the amazing wall paintings dating from the 14th century. Since 1912, the apse, which spans the foregoing and aisles are classified as historical monuments. Nearby, discover the door of the clock, ancient gate of the fortress of the lord bishop. You will also observe the 18th century castle now houses the town hall, or the ruins of the ancient Romanesque church of Saint-Hilaire.

• Natural Heritage:

• Cournon The slopes are a particularly rich ecological site. Sheltered by the Puys and the Massif du Sancy, these hills have a warm, dry microclimate reminiscent of Languedoc. Through paths and trails, stroll in the Mediterranean garden, discovering the fauna and flora of this outstanding. No fewer than 270 plant species have been identified, 14 of which are protected for their rarity. You'll also learn 60 different species of butterflies and about 30 breeding birds.
• The river Allier.

• Activities

• The Bathing Water area of 7 hectares with an area of 5 000 m² fitted for swimming. Monitored in July and August.
• The Drive: In the dry hills: PR Chamina Trail, 6.5 kilometers, botanical trail, fitness trail.
• Along the Allier: marked trail of 17 km between Cournon and Pont-du-Château. Several loops possible. Map available at city hall.
• Fishing: In the water: Cyprinidae and carnivores. 2 posts disabled. In the Allier: 2nd category. Whitefish and salmonids (salmon fishing banned). 1 vacancy disabilities.
• Sports: Canoe / kayak, orienteering, sports fields open access (football, rugby, skate park ...), pool.

• Events in summer

• July 14: Commemoration of National Day with fireworks to the water.
• A summer at the movies: Movie film outdoors on a giant screen.
• Night Market: Every Thursday in July, up from the place Joseph Gardet.

• The rest of the year:

• Festival Puy-de-Mômes: Youth Festival (theater, dance, music, readings, storytelling, workshops ...): In April.
• International Fair Clermont-Cournon Grande Halle d'Auvergne: Early September.
• Fair Saint Maurice: Mid-September.
• Christmas Market: Mid-December.

• Close:

• Clermont-Ferrand.
• Chaine des Puys.
• Lezoux.

Saturday 2 June Day Night Min. 14°C - Max. 26°C

Sunday 3 June Day Night Min. 17°C - Max. 31°C

Monday 4 June Day Night Min. 12°C - Max. 20°C

Auberge du pont Pont-du-Château It's sunny in the town of Pont-du-Chateau, in the heart of the Puy de Dome, a tidy inn opened the doors to another world where food is king. Close to Clermont-Ferrand, treat yourself... Located 7.8 km from Cournon-d'Auvergne From 20 € to 110 € per person

La Galerie Billom Gallery located in the heart of Medieval, Pizzeria and take away there in winter. In summer the gallery is a Breton creperie-Pizzeria with a wide choice of buckwheat cakes and pancakes... Located 11 km from Cournon-d'Auvergne From 10 € to 15 € per person

Le Moulin des Gardelles Riom Local traditional meals with notes combining modern flavors of Auvergne and tastes more distant. Two dining rooms, a garden terrace and a bar are at your disposal for relaxing mome... Located 19 km from Cournon-d'Auvergne From 10 € to 25 € per person

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Chambres d'hôtes tilours   Billom The house in the heart of Medieval 4 bedrooms, one with twin beds, one with a double bed and two with double bed plus one extra bed each room has its own independent water shower, toilet,... Located 11.1 km from Cournon-d'Auvergne 55 € the double room

Château Royal de Saint Saturnin   Saint-Saturnin The Royal Château of Saint Saturnin was built in the xiiith century by the La Tour d'Auvergne family who established itself on this estate in 1281. The château dominates the medieval... Located 12.3 km from Cournon-d'Auvergne From 188 € to 258 € the double room

Chez patricia     9.7 Nohanent Family suite on the ground floor of the owner's house: 1 bedroom. (1 double bed), 1 bedroom (3 single beds), private bathroom and toilet. Kitchen, breakfast room / lounge, terrace,... Located 13.6 km from Cournon-d'Auvergne From 60 € to 80 € the double room

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La Grange aux Ayres Olloix Welcome at la Grange aux Ayres! La Grange aux Ayres, literally the barn of the flail is our dream in the Auvergne. Surrounded by breathtaking panoramas, the house lies in the small... Located 17.7 km from Cournon-d'Auvergne From 450 € to 525 € per week

Gîte de La Belette, maison de caractère Orbeil The lodging of the weasel is an old vineyard house recently renovated. Bright, warm and welcoming, it offers beautiful views of the Sancy and. Allier Valley. Ideally located in the... Located 20 km from Cournon-d'Auvergne From 400 € to 500 € per week

Gite dan'hube Saint-Jean-d'Heurs Detached Bungalow: You long for calm and independence, welcome to the holiday of St. John of flowers, we offer a house 5min walk-out highway, on private grounds of 1500 m² in a nice,... Located 21 km from Cournon-d'Auvergne From 400 € to 600 € per week

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Camping les Ombrages     8.8 Dallet In a idyllic vallee Along the river Allier. You will find our comfortable family campsite (dutch owners) - Here we may well go for walks, fishing, and make family a quiet canoe trip.... Located 4.7 km from Cournon-d'Auvergne From 15 € to 21.50 € per day

Camping Le Clos Auroy     9.6 Orcet Beautiful campsite with all the confort you need to have a perfect holyday in the region. We offer heated swimming pools, snacks, much documentation about the surroundings a so much... Located 5.1 km from Cournon-d'Auvergne From 15.20 € to 23.80 € per day

Camping la vallee verte   Saint-Nectaire Camping quiet and wooded, with its new indoor heated swimming pool (open from the second half of 2012). A 400 m from the village of St Nektarios, altitude 700 m. Locations divided into... Located 24 km from Cournon-d'Auvergne From 12.50 € to 18.80 € per day

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Hôtel Gergovie      8.6 Pérignat-lès-Sarliève Hotel Gergovie sits at the foothills of the Gergovie plateau in the heart of Auvergne. Its rooms are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi internet access. Rooms also have a balcony... Located 3.7 km from Cournon-d'Auvergne Room from 85 €

Première Classe Clermont-Ferrand Aubière      7.6 Aubière Located an 11-minute drive from Clermont-Ferrand city centre, this hotel features air-conditioned rooms and a restaurant. Free Wi-Fi and free private parking are available on site.... Located 4.4 km from Cournon-d'Auvergne Room from 29 €

P'tit Dej-Hôtel - Clermont Ferrand      7.8 Aubière This P’tit Dej-Hotel Clermont Ferrand, is located in Aubière, a 10-minute drive from the centre of Clermont Ferrand. It offers a tennis court, a fitness centre and air-conditioned rooms... Located 4.6 km from Cournon-d'Auvergne Room from 41 €

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