La Chaise-Dieu

La Chaise-Dieu

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	La Chaise-Dieu		Bonneval at 5.6 km (6 min)
Insee code	43048		Malvières at 5.7 km (6 min)
Postcode	43160		Sembadel at 5.7 km (6 min)
Latitude	45.3206310		Connangles at 6.3 km (8 min)
Longitude	3.6958450		La Chapelle-Geneste at 6.8 km (7 min)
Altitude	From 916 to 1120 meters		Félines at 7.5 km (7 min)
Surface	13.58 km²		Cistrières at 8.7 km (9 min)
Population	806 inhabitants		Dore-l'Église at 10 km (10 min)
Density	68 inhabitants/km²		Saint-Pal-de-Senouire at 10.3 km (12 min)
National label			Saint-Alyre-d'Arlanc at 10.4 km (11 min)
Chief town	Le Puy-en-Velay (at 41 km, 40 min)		Saint-Sauveur-la-Sagne at 12.4 km (14 min)
Department	Haute-Loire		Berbezit at 12.4 km (15 min)
Region	Auvergne		Search another town

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At the heart of the Parc Naturel Régional Livradois Forez La Chaise-Dieu offers a unique unspoilt forests, deep valleys and rivers very pure, rich architectural heritage, cultural and musical prestigious and peaking at an average altitude of 1 000 m.

The District of La Chaise-Dieu includes 11 municipalities with an area of 17 491 ha, of which 4 200 ha of agricultural land (24%) and 11 500 ha of coniferous (66%). The population of the township is close to 2 200 inhabitants.

When in 1043, Robert left the canons Turlande Brioude looking for a more ascetic life is on the granite plateau he moved to 1082 m altitude, between Auvergne and Velay. La Casa Dei (house of God) was born ...

Soon joined by hundreds of followers, in 1050 Robert founded a Benedictine monastery with many dependencies, beaming to Europe.

Three centuries later, a former monk became Pope La Chaise-Dieu under the name of Clement VI. Very attached to his monastery home, he would be buried in an abbey church worthy of his time.

The construction of the present Gothic church began in 1344 under the orders of the supervisor of the Palais des Papes in Avignon. The façade, towers and tower Clementine were completed in 1376 in a style combining religious art and architecture defensive.

From this glorious past of this city, so rich in 4 000 people, we still have a remarkable heritage, reclaimed over time and setting of the prestigious Music Festival La Chaise-Dieu, founded in 1966 by the Hungarian pianist Georges Cziffra.

Do not forget to admire the Dance Macabre, amazing fresco of the fifteenth, the beautifully carved choir stalls and topped with tapestries, a masterpiece of the high plain of the early sixteenth century, around the tomb of Clement VI in the choir the abbey.

• St. Robert Abbey:

Accueil : Tél : +33 4 71 00 06 06." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> Home: Tel: +33 4 71 00 06 06. Email: abbaye.chaisedieu @ free.fr

Fermé le dimanche matin toute l'année, le 25 décembre et le 1er janvier." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> Closed Sunday mornings throughout the year, December 25 and January 1. Closed Mondays from October to April except during school holidays.

En janvier : ouvert uniquement le samedi de 10h à 12h et de 14h à 17h et le dimanche de 14h à 17h." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> In January: open only on Saturdays from 10am to 12pm and from 14h to 17h and Sundays from 14h to 17h. From 1 July to 15 August: 9h to 19h. In June: 9am to 12pm and 14pm to 18pm. In May and September: 10am to 12pm and 14pm to 18pm. From October to April from 10am to 12pm and from 14h to 17h.

• Wax Museum Historial:

Ce musée de cire sonorisé et commenté retrace la passé glorieux de La Chaise-Dieu, de la naissance de saint Robert en l'an 1000 jusqu'à la révolution française." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> This wax museum traces the soundtrack and commented La Chaise-Dieu glorious past, the birth of St. Robert in 1000 until the French Revolution. Eleven scenes depicted by life-size figures, referring to the monastic life of the Benedictine abbey. This museum was designed by an architect of the waxworks.

Ouvert de Pâques au 15 septembre : le week-end de 10h à 12h et de 14h à 17h et du 1er juillet au 31 août de 9h à 12h et de 14h à 19h." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> Open from Easter to 15th September: weekends from 10am to 12pm and from 14h to 17h and from 1 July to 31 August from 9am to 12pm and from 14h to 19h.

Adresse : place de l'Echo." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> Address: Place de l'Echo.

Tél : +33 4 71 00 06 99." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> Tel: +33 4 71 00 06 99.

• Hall Echo:

Salle voûtée du 17ème d'une sonorité remarquable." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> 17th vaulted room with a remarkable sound.

Ouvert toute l'année, tous les jours de 10h à 18h." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> Open all year, daily from 10 to 18. From October to Easter: Open daily from 10h to 17h.

• Academy of Music La Chaise-Dieu: stage and concert throughout the year.
• Flea market: Whit Monday.
• Painting exhibition during the summer.
• Summer festival: 4th weekend in July.
• Day of the Organ: The weekend before August 15 (lectures and recitals).
• Potters Biennial (even years) and biennial Woodturner (odd year) the weekend after August 15.
• Festival of Baroque and classical music: in August.
• Frequently Asked dried mushrooms: the last Thursday of October.

• Notre-Dame de Bon Rencontre.
• Signal of St. Claude's panoramic view of the mountains of Drill.
• Plan of Water Tower.
• The churches of municipalities in the canton.
• Arboretum Charvols.
• Hiking.
• Route discovery.
• Tennis.
• Horseback riding.
• Horse carriage ride, with donkeys.
• Fishing.

Village and Abbey La Chaise-Dieu		All main abbey
Abbey Church La Chaise-Dieu		Cloister of the Abbey
Abbey Cloister		The organ of the Abbey

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 2°C

Thursday 16 February Day Night Min. -1°C - Max. 2°C

Friday 17 February Day Night Min. -7°C - Max. 1°C

Au Pont de Raffiny Saint-Romain At the heart of the valley of Ance in the territory of Livradois Forez Regional Park, the restaurant offers gourmet cuisine and inventive Played with 'evil' local products. Complete... Located 25 km from La Chaise-Dieu From 15 € to 35 € per person

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L'horizonvert     9.7 Sembadel L' Horizon vert is a renovated farm completely constructed out of natural stone. It contains a spacious dining-room where dinner and breakfast are being served. There is one guest room... Located 6.2 km from La Chaise-Dieu 55 € the double room

Le Boucharel Chambre/Table d'hotes/gite     8.6 Champagnac-le-Vieux For lovers of the outdoor life, fresh air and relaxation away from the crowded beaches, Wendy and Michael at Le Boucharel Chambres et Table d'hotes at 860 m in the Livradois Forest... Located 15.6 km from La Chaise-Dieu From 65 € to 460 € the double room

Moulin de Pacros   Marsac-en-Livradois Four spacious rooms in a charming area near Ambert. Located 17.9 km from La Chaise-Dieu 60 € the double room

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Gîte ** calme et indépendant Novacelles Located at the entrance of a hamlet the house is a renovated farmhouse. Quiet place.  Ground floor: - The large living room, dining room, well equipped kitchen. - Toilet. - A storage.... Located 13.5 km from La Chaise-Dieu From 250 € to 385 € per week

Gite du Foret - Le Boucharel   8.8 Champagnac-le-Vieux Lovely peaceful holiday cottage in a small friendly hamlet at 860 m altitude in the heart of the Livradois Forest Regional Park. Private entrance, parking and raised terrace with outstanding... Located 14.8 km from La Chaise-Dieu From 360 € to 460 € per week

Le moulin de Mistoux Saint-Georges-Lagricol The accomodation is in an aisle of the mill along a small river. This is suitable for 4 to 6 people with full equipped kitchen, 2 bedrooms, lounge and bathroom. Walking. Located 16.4 km from La Chaise-Dieu From 300 € to 340 € per week

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Camping de la rochelambert     10 Saint-Paulien At the heart of the south of Auvergne, near Le Puy en Velay, the site is located at the foot of the castle. It is bordered by a wild river and a nature trail through the trees. Halfway... Located 24 km from La Chaise-Dieu From 12.20 € to 16.60 € per day

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Village de la Tour     7 La Chaise-Dieu Located in Rhone-Alpes, this B&B provides self-contained guest houses. The property has two outdoor swimming pools and is set 1000 metres above sea level within a park planted with... Located in La Chaise-Dieu Room from 80 €

Chambres d'Hôtes La Fougeraie  Malvières This guest house is set in a renovated farm with a 1-hectare garden, located in the Livradois Forez Regional Natural Park. You can enjoy traditional French meals in the dining room.... Located 3.3 km from La Chaise-Dieu Room from 43 €

Auberge du Ripailleur     8.9 Dore-l'Église Set in the Auvergne region, this Inn provides free Wi-Fi access in the guest rooms and a 24-hour reception. It features a bar and restaurant serving regional cuisine. Guest rooms are... Located 8.2 km from La Chaise-Dieu Room from 45 €

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