Lezoux

Lezoux

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownLezouxSeychalles at 4.5 km (5 min)
Insee code63195Lempty at 5.1 km (5 min)
Postcode63190Ravel at 5.7 km (7 min)
Latitude45.8284220Orléat at 6 km (8 min)
Longitude3.3795280Moissat at 6.5 km (8 min)
AltitudeFrom 317 to 421 metersSaint-Jean-d'Heurs at 6.6 km (7 min)
Surface34.69 km²Bort-l'Étang at 6.7 km (8 min)
Population5508 inhabitantsCulhat at 6.9 km (9 min)
Density159 inhabitants/km²Beauregard-l'Évêque at 7.5 km (8 min)
Chief townClermont-Ferrand (at 33 km, 30 min)Bulhon at 8.3 km (11 min)
DepartmentPuy-de-DômeBouzel at 9.2 km (9 min)
RegionAuvergneSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Lezoux, land of Roman pottery ... Lezoux, land of opportunity ...

Chief town of Canton, Lezoux is located east of Auvergne, on the edge of the vast plain of Limagne, halfway between Clermont-Ferrand and Thiers. Since March 2002, the city is served by the A72 motorway which is an hour from Saint-Etienne and an hour and a half of Lyon.

Lezoux and twelve other municipalities have joined together to form the Community of Communes "Between Dore and Allier. So nearly 14,000 people who have taken control of their future to organize a harmonious development of their territory. In addition to projects of cultural, sporting and services for all ages of life, the Community of Commons has launched a business park. Covering an area of 35 hectares located at the exit of the motorway junction, it puts companies at 15 minutes from the international airport of Clermont-Ferrand and 20 minutes from the capital of the Auvergne. This new generation business park will be located in a wooded area with the ambition to acquire the ISO term.

City of history, Lezoux contains many cultural and natural. It was once a fortified city. The tower and the chapel Saint-Georges (twelfth century), ruins of the fortress of Lezoux still attest to that time. Just as the Convent of St. Augustine (fifteenth century), the current city hall and the bell tower, whose tones have long marked the life of this county. Lezoux is best known for having been, for nearly 2000 years, a major center for manufacturing and export of pottery: the Gallo-Roman times, more than 1,200 potters produced ceramics inspired techniques italics. The "sig", tableware bright red polish, is their most notable production.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Stroll cultural-temporal ... Over the buildings Lezoux?? In 11 steps, you will discover how the times differ, and will meet together at the same landscape. You will then be taken to uncover the secret of creation and human architectural buildings, inviting them memory to join this promising himself to the future:
  • Church of St. Peter.
  • Maison du Peuple.
  • Belfry.
  • Hall.
  • Campanile.
  • Pigeon.
  • Building Duchasseint.
  • Chapel of St. George.
  • Palm Cross.
  • Notre Dame.
  • County Museum of Ceramics: Contact: Tel. : +33 4 73 73 42 42 - Email: museedelaceramique@cg63.fr
Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Lezoux
Leisure centresMuseum of Céramiques Gallo-Romaines

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • In March: French language week (Organizer: City of Lezoux: +33 4 73 73 01 00).
  • May: Lezoom on Art (Contemporary Art Festival - People's House - Organizer: City of Lezoux April 1973 73 01 00).
  • October: Market Potato (demonstration and tasting of apple juice on the square of Prague Lezoux).
  • December: Christmas market every first weekend of December - 55 exhibitors - covered market - House of the People.
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WEATHER
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. 3°C - Max. 4°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. -5°C - Max. 6°C
Thursday 16 February
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RESTAURANTS 
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 10 km from LezouxFrom 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 12.1 km from LezouxFrom 10 € to 15 € per person 
Le chaudron
Thiers
Restaurant regional specialties. Fireplace room. Room 8 privatised pers. Patio.
Located 13.4 km from LezouxFrom 15 € to 30 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
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 12.1 km from Lezoux54 € the double room 
Lilas et Jasmin  
Égliseneuve-près-Billom
Lilac Room at ground floor 3 ears. Lodgings of France. Daffodil Room upstairs 2 ears. Lodgings of France.
Located 13.7 km from Lezoux50 € the double room 
Moulin de la Planche Ferrand    
9.2
Puy-Guillaume
In the gorges of the Credogne green and wild in the heart of Park Livradois this old water mill fully restored will be a delightful place for you away from everyday stress, ideal for...
Located 14.6 km from Lezoux78 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
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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 5.4 km from LezouxFrom 400 € to 600 € per week 
Maison ancienne dans village medieval
Billom
Old house, of characters, with garden and fruit trees in the center of a medieval village, park LivradoisForez., Ideal for nature lovers.
Located 11.9 km from Lezoux480 € per week 
Cunlhat
Cunlhat
Cottage adjoining the owner located in the heart of a pretty hamlet. Comprising a large living room, bathroom and kitchenette fully equipped. 2 bedrooms on 1st floor toilets. Private...
Located 26 km from LezouxFrom 350 € to 380 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping pont astier  
Orléat
Camping quiet restaurant with pool games for children located at 4 km and 20 km from thiers Clermont Ferrant and 20 km from vulcania.
Located 4.8 km from LezouxFrom 14 € to 16 € per day 
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 12.5 km from LezouxFrom 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 22 km from LezouxFrom 15.20 € to 23.80 € per day 

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HOTELS
Chateau de Codignat     
8.3
Lezoux
Situated in a 15-hectare park, the Chateau de Codignat overlooks the village of Bort L’Etang. It features a heated outdoor swimming pool. The air-conditioned guest rooms decorated in...
Located in LezouxRoom from 285 €
Logis L'Estredelle     
8.2
Pont-du-Château
Set on the banks of the Allier River, this Logis de France is made up of 3 buildings comprising 44 peaceful rooms. Logis De France L’Estredelle features well-appointed rooms for 2...
Located 10.2 km from LezouxRoom from 43 €
Comfort Hotel le Parc De Geoffroy     
7.5
Thiers
Enjoying a peaceful garden setting just 30 minutes from Clermont-Ferrand, the Comfort Hotel le Parc De Geoffroy, offers friendly service in a cosy atmosphere. Comfortable and charming...
Located 10.3 km from LezouxRoom from 67 €

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