Issoire

Issoire

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Issoire		Parentignat at 4.3 km (6 min)
Insee code	63178		Orbeil at 4.6 km (6 min)
Postcode	63500		Varennes-sur-Usson at 5.8 km (8 min)
Latitude	45.5415100		Bergonne at 6.4 km (10 min)
Longitude	3.2481280		Saint-Yvoine at 6.5 km (9 min)
Altitude	From 360 to 560 meters		Les Pradeaux at 7 km (9 min)
Surface	19.69 km²		Flat at 7.2 km (10 min)
Population	13996 inhabitants		Brenat at 7.5 km (10 min)
Density	735 inhabitants/km²		Aulhat-Saint-Privat at 8 km (11 min)
National labels			Meilhaud at 8 km (13 min)
Chief town	Clermont-Ferrand (at 35 km, 32 min)		Pardines at 8.1 km (12 min)
Department	Puy-de-Dôme		Saint-Rémy-de-Chargnat at 8.4 km (11 min)
Region	Auvergne		Search another town

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Bordered by the foothills of volcanic mountains and Cézallier Dore, at the confluence of the rivers Allier and Couze, Issoire is a door to a sunny lunch already so close to the A75 motorway, but also to the Regional Parks Volcanoes of Auvergne and Livradois.

The historical center shows examples of 15th century architecture, such as hotels Clement Bohier or home arcade. The Clock Tower, old belfry in the heart of the city, is dedicated to the history of the Renaissance, to discover through Scénovision, films, exhibitions, etc.. At night, the journey through the visionary heritage is a real pleasure.

Round tiles, sponge, arkose blonde, blue and ocher facades shaded up a city with narrow streets and small squares, looking south over which reigns the abbey St. Austell the 12th century. The architecture of the head with the bell tower is typical of the Romanesque Auvergne. Inside this building is renowned for its storied capitals and colorful decoration of the vaults and its choir.

Throughout the year, contemporary art is revealed through an exhibition class. The musical events are common in the abbey St. Austell and auditorium Animati hosts theater artists, variety and song.

Issoire, prestigious stage on the road to Roman lands of Auvergne, also opens the doors of his country of art and history, the Dauphiné d'Auvergne. During the visit, we will find the local produce market on Wednesday morning and Saturday morning (fruit Limagne Boudes wines, cheeses ... the highlands).

• January:

• Last Saturday of the month: Fair of St. Paul.
• First weekend: weekend of the wedding.

• February:

• Place Antiques.

• March:

• Second weekend day of disability and disabled sports day.
• 3rd weekend show auto-moto.

• May:

• First weekend festival of sport.

• June:

• Weekend of Pentecost: exchange minerals.
• 3rd weekend ferrarissimo.

• July:

• 3rd weekend festival of dance and world music.
• End of the month: Festival of Romanesque art.

• August:

• First weekend day Auvergne.
• The second weekend of international rugby challenge.

• September:

• 2nd weekend: Feast of Issoire and cycling grand prix of the city.
• 3rd weekend opening of the cultural season.

• October:

• First weekend of exhibition inventors and creators of Auvergne, book festival, forum infancy.

• November:

• Week 3: Week of solidarity.
• 3rd weekend exhibition poultry.

• December:

• Christmas Markets.

Republic Square		view Issoire
Clock Tower		Abbey St Austell: the choir
Interior of the Church of St Austell

Tuesday 14 February Day Night Min. 3°C - Max. 4°C

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. -5°C - Max. 6°C

Thursday 16 February Day Night Min. 3°C - Max. 4°C

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 21 km from Issoire From 10 € to 15 € per person

Brit hotel les mouflons Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise Our chef Albert Boudet offers traditional cuisine de terroir. Our restaurant welcomes you every evening during the season with one menu different. Home in the restaurant between 19h... Located 26 km from Issoire 25 € per person

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 28 km from Issoire From 20 € to 110 € per person

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La Maison de Marie Camille     8.9 Saint-Germain-Lembron Near the A75 motorway, 12 km south of Issoire and close to the Parc des Volcans d'Auvergne, our guest rooms and our table hosts welcome you into the heart of the historic town of Saint... Located 9.3 km from Issoire From 75 € to 95 € the double room

Les vignes   Champeix 2 rooms in the upper part of a winery dating from the eighteenth century equipped with private bathroom and ensuite. Dominant position in the village. Breakfast can be taken inside... Located 10.4 km from Issoire 60 € the double room

Les Hirondelles, Chabanol   Saint-Étienne-sur-Usson Les Hirondelles is situated in the hamlet of Chabanol, which is at the heart of the Livradois Forez Regional park. We are surrounded by beautiful countryside which abounds with birds... Located 12.5 km from Issoire 55 € the double room

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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 3.6 km from Issoire From 400 € to 500 € per week

Gîte du figuier Orbeil 5 km from Issoire, the cottage of the fig tree is in the village of Chauffour, common Orbeil. The house adjoining that of the owner, has a separate entrance. Terrace overlooking the... Located 3.7 km from Issoire From 230 € to 300 € per week

Le Fenil Saint-Vincent The Hayloft has been created in the outbuildings of 'La Maison Bourgeoise'. It Is very spacious (125 m²), easily holding six people and offers a comfortable base for exploring a beautiful... Located 9 km from Issoire From 400 € to 550 € per week

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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 18.7 km from Issoire 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 19.8 km from Issoire From 12.50 € to 18.80 € per day

L'ombrage     7.6 Saint-Pierre-Colamine   Located 21 km from Issoire From 10.60 € to 13.80 € per day

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Campanile Clermont-Ferrand ~ Issoire      8 Issoire North east of Issoire and 5 minutes from the centre of town, the Campanile Clermont-Ferrand ~ Issoire was completely renovated in May 2009 and offers good value accommodation. Staff... Located in Issoire Room from 47 €

Chateau de la Grange Fort     7.3 Issoire This striking castle is surrounded by beautiful Auvergne countryside in Les Pradeaux. It features an indoor and outdoor swimming pool set in large gardens, a tennis court and sauna.... Located in Issoire Room from 87 €

Ace Hôtel Issoire      8.8 Issoire The Ace Hôtel Issoire belongs to a new generation of hotels combining budget rooms with up-to-date facilities. Choose among spacious, air-conditioned rooms, all soundproofed and elegantly... Located in Issoire Room from 39 €

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