Murol

Murol

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownMurol
Insee code63247
Postcode63790
Latitude45.5734360
Longitude2.9434720
AltitudeFrom 785 to 1500 meters
Surface15.05 km²
Population556 inhabitants
Density36 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
National labelsSaint-Victor-la-Rivière at 3.3 km (6 min)
Chief townClermont-Ferrand (at 37 km, 41 min)Chambon-sur-Lac at 4.2 km (5 min)
DepartmentPuy-de-DômeSaint-Nectaire at 5.9 km (7 min)
RegionAuvergneSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

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.


SIGHTSEEING

Murol Castle, historic monument.

Wooded park and museum of impressionist painters.

Moulin de Beaune Cold (common Murol).

Troglodyte site of Rajat (Chautignat).

Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Murol
Leisure centresMunicipal Museum of Murol
MonumentsCastle of Murol
Natural sitesPass of Diane

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Resort of the "green valley" (Lake Chambon, Murol, Saint Nektarios): animations and festivities take place from May to late August.

The weekend of the Ascension, medieval festival, street entertainment, camps, musicians and artisans you into the life of the medieval time on a Saturday and Sunday.

On July 14, big party revolutionary people dressed you relive the key dates in the French Revolution. At nightfall, the torch down from the castle to the village to finish with a spectacular firework above the castle.

The second Sunday in July, Fair Saint Nectarios in Beaune-le-Froid, a village in the municipality of Murol.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

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

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

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.

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

The activities proposed in and around Murol are many: outings and excursions of all type: donkey; with mountain guides, quad or 4X4 nature, canoeing on the Allier or Sioule wildlife parks, farm Bee and cheese (the Saint Nectarios); care center and fitness, Vulcania (approximately 35 minutes) ...

Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Discovery flight in a two-seat paragliderSports sensations80 €Orcines (22 km)
Two-seat paragliding over the Dômes rangeSports sensations80 €Orcines (24 km)
Sightseeing tour by SegwayEntertainmentFrom 15 € to 45 €Clermont-Ferrand (25 km)
Maiden flight in a gyroplaneSports sensationsFrom 60 € to 155 €Issoire (26 km)
Horse ride in the countrysideNature and the outdoorsFrom 24 € to 65 €Tauves (27 km)

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PHOTOS
Murol ruined Castle (© JE)
 
Couze Chambon Murol
View Castle Murol from Prélong Park
 
14 July Murol ...
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WEATHER
Thursday 23 May
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Min. -1°C - Max. 11°C
Friday 24 May
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Min. 1°C - Max. 9°C
Saturday 25 May
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RESTAURANTS 
Régina
Saint-Nectaire
CALM AND NATURE - That is to say: the natural landscapes of the Auvergne volcano park is absolutely intoxicating. After a hike in the heart of this unique setting, it is good to take...
Located 4.3 km from Murol34 € per person 
Le Clos
Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise
Enjoy free access to the wellness area with our pool and enjoy a cocktail in the lounge mountain nook and finish your evening with the discovery of a real meal Auvergne.
Located 7.5 km from Murol29 € per person 
Régina Restaurant  
4.5
La Bourboule
Located in the beautiful region of Auvergne, in the heart of nature, the Regina hotel restaurant welcomes you every day and throughout the year in an old charming decor fresh and relaxing....
Located 15.6 km from Murol39 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Mallette    
9.5
Chambon-sur-Lac
For your weekend or stay in Auvergne. Welcome to 'Mallette', a little piece of heaven... In the mountains.
Located 4.5 km from MurolFrom 40 € to 70 € the double room 
Les Bruyères  
Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise
Rooms 16 m² independent guest house, TV room, bathroom and toilet, cooking facilities, very well siute 3 minutes from the village center, restaurants, shops. Garden with garden furniture,...
Located 6.8 km from Murol63 € the double room 
Golliard Jean-Pierre    
9.1
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 Murol52 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Chez Paul et Suzy  
9.2
Saint-Nectaire
Comfortable completely renovated farmhouse in Freydefont, a small peaceful and rustic village, near St. Nectaire. House is with all comforts, maximum 8 pers. With beautiful terraces...
Located 3.8 km from MurolFrom 400 € to 550 € per week 
Rikito
Super Besse
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Located 9.8 km from MurolFrom 590 € to 950 € per week 
Villa Mirabeau - locations de vacances
Mont-Dore
3 furnished in a charming villa on the river of the Dordogne in the village of Mont Dore. This villa, completely renovated, offers all the comforts for a quiet and cozy stay. In winter...
Located 10.6 km from MurolFrom 400 € to 650 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping le repos du baladin    
9.2
  SPECIAL OFFER
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 MurolFrom 13.70 € to 19.20 € 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 MurolFrom 13.70 € to 18.60 € per day 
Camping la vallee verte  
Saint-Nectaire
Quiet and wooded campsite with heated swimming pool. At 400 m from the village of St Nectaire, altitude 700 m. Locations divided into islands are separated by hedges or plants. Our...
Located 4.4 km from MurolFrom 13.20 € to 19.70 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hôtel du Parc     
6.3
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 MurolRoom from 39 €
Hôtel Les Volcans     
9.2
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 MurolRoom from 49 €
Hotel Bellevue     
8.4
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 MurolRoom from 38 €

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