Murol

Murol

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Murol		Saint-Victor-la-Rivière at 3.2 km (4 min)
Insee code	63247		Chambon-sur-Lac at 4.2 km (5 min)
Postcode	63790		Saint-Nectaire at 5.9 km (7 min)
Latitude	45.5734360		Le Vernet-Sainte-Marguerite at 8.1 km (9 min)
Longitude	2.9434720		Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise at 9.5 km (11 min)
Altitude	From 785 to 1500 meters		Verrières at 10.3 km (11 min)
Surface	15.05 km²		Creste at 11.5 km (13 min)
Population	552 inhabitants		Saurier at 13.3 km (15 min)
Density	37 inhabitants/km²		Saulzet-le-Froid at 13.5 km (14 min)
National labels			Montaigut-le-Blanc at 15 km (15 min)
Chief town	Clermont-Ferrand (at 37 km, 41 min)		Grandeyrolles at 15.4 km (16 min)
Department	Puy-de-Dôme		Olloix at 15.8 km (19 min)
Region	Auvergne		Search another town

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The town of Murol is located in a green 850 meters altitude in the valley Couze Chambon, on the eastern slopes of the Massif de Sancy, between wooded Tartaret volcano, the castle headland Murol (monument heritage listed) and the Puy de Bessolles culminating at 1057 m altitude. Close to the lake Chambon and the Valley Chaudefour (nature reserve), the village will delight you with its remarkable and picturesque sites, its wooded park where the museum painters.

• Castle Murol, classified historic monument.
• Wooded park and museum of impressionist painters.
• Moulin de Beaune Cold (Common Murol).
• Site troglodyte Rajat (Chautignat).

• Ski resort of the "green valley" (Lake Chambon, Murol, Saint Nectaire) entertainment and festivities take place from May to August.
• The weekend of the Ascension, medieval festival, street entertainment, camps, musicians and artisans you into the life of the Middle Ages the time on a Saturday and Sunday.
• On July 14, great revolutionary party, the costumed people you relive the milestones of the French Revolution. At nightfall, the torch down from the castle to the village to finish with a grand fireworks display over the castle.
• The second Sunday of July Fair in Beaune Saint Nectaire-le-Froid, a village in the town of Murol.

In the center of the Auvergne volcanoes, the location of Murol lets you star to shine in the most beautiful spots of the Puy de Dome. Over 650 km of marked hiking trails through the plains and plateaus punctuated by impressive volcanic formations.

A 10-minute Murol the massive volcanic Puy de Sancy (1886m) accessible by family, on foot or by gondola. On the eastern slope of the Sancy, the famous nature reserve of the valley Chaudefour.

Murol north of the chain of puy (or volcanoes) including the Puy de Dome, and numerous volcanoes crater as Pariou or the Puy de la Vache.

Country Lakes often of volcanic origin, you can swim in the lake Chambon (5 minutes Murol) or stroll along the lakes Pavin of Guery, Aydat and many others.

Proposed activities Murol and surroundings are numerous excursions and outings of all types: donkey; with mountain guides, quad or 4X4 nature canoe on the Allier or Sioule wildlife parks, farm Bee and cheese (the Saint Nectaire); care center and fitness; Vulcania (approximately 35 minutes) ...

View of the castle since Murol Park Prélong

14 July Murol ...

Monday 13 February Day Night Min. -12°C - Max. -3°C

Tuesday 14 February Day Night Min. -2°C - Max. -1°C

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

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 7.4 km from Murol 25 € per person

Les celtiques   9 La Bourboule Rustic dining room outside dining in season; spécialité. Service with chef's cuisine on the terrace in season regional. Holiday meal vouchers and checks accepted. You can extend your... Located 15.7 km from Murol From 10 € to 20 € per person

Les secrets d'epona La Bourboule ... Discover The Secrets of Epona... A kitchen with seasonal colors, flavors and scents of Auvergne, a cozy dining room decorated in pastel tones with sophisticated decor of lounge... Located 16.2 km from Murol From 10 € to 25 € per person

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Golliard Jean-Pierre     8.3 Aydat 3 bedrooms on 1st floor of the house propriétaires. En common rdc, living room (fireplace, bread oven). Terrace, garden adjoining closed private parking. 1 ch. (1 lit 2 pers.). 1 ch.... Located 11.8 km from Murol 49 € 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 14.8 km from Murol 60 € 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 15.1 km from Murol From 188 € to 258 € the double room

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Chalet Camping*** Parc Volcans Auvergne   9.2 Murol I am happy to welcome you to this campsite *** Green Key, located in the Auvergne Volcanoes Park. The calm and relaxation await you 800 m! Comfortable Bungalow, 6 people with 3 bedrooms,... Located in Murol From 249 € to 736 € per week

Location Puy de Dôme au Lac Chambon   8.8 Chambon-sur-Lac - Individual offers holiday rentals in Auvergne, on the shores of Lac Chambon, at the foot of the Sancy Massif, 40 km south-west of Clermont-Ferrand. - In a house, two identical apartments,... Located 1.5 km from Murol From 270 € to 440 € per week

La grignotte bessarde Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise In the medieval center leases of beautiful apartment 120m² with 3 large bedrooms, bathroom with cabin jet, kitchenette fully equipped, living on oak floors. Located 6.9 km from Murol From 250 € to 450 € per week

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Camping le repos du baladin   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 in Murol From 13.40 € to 18.70 € per day

Camping Le Pré Bas     9.6 Chambon-sur-Lac Located in Auvergne, on the shores of Lac Chambon at the foot of the Massif du Sancy Camping Le Pré Bas is an ideal place for a holiday combining the pleasures of water and uplands.... Located 3.6 km from Murol From 13.50 € to 25.10 € per day

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 4.1 km from Murol From 13.70 € to 18.10 € per day

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Hotel Les Volcans      9.1 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 in Murol Room from 46 €

Hôtel du Parc      7.6 Murol The Hôtel Du Parc is located in the medieval village of Murol, near the Sancy mountain range. It offers an outdoor pool, a tennis court and free Wi-Fi in public areas. A lift with panoramic... Located in Murol Room from 37 €

Hotel Bellevue      8.6 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 1.9 km from Murol Room from 38 €

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