Saint-Genès-Champespe

Saint-Genès-Champespe

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TownSaint-Genès-ChampespeSaint-Donat at 7.7 km (10 min)
Insee code63346Égliseneuve-d'Entraigues at 9.6 km (11 min)
Postcode63850Picherande at 9.7 km (11 min)
Latitude45.4179869Condat at 12 km (15 min)
Longitude2.7248260Espinchal at 16 km (20 min)
AltitudeFrom 858 to 1056 metersChanterelle at 16 km (18 min)
Surface32.33 km²Bagnols at 16.1 km (19 min)
Population236 inhabitantsSaint-Amandin at 16.9 km (20 min)
Density7 inhabitants/km²Champs-sur-Tarentaine-Marchal at 17.2 km (20 min)
Chief townClermont-Ferrand (at 71 km, 72 min)La Tour-d'Auvergne at 17.4 km (21 min)
DepartmentPuy-de-DômeCros at 18.1 km (21 min)
RegionAuvergneSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Located on the plateau Artense halfway between Besse and Bort-les-Organs, the town offers stunning scenery with views of the Monts Dore, the Cézallier, the Cantal mountains and forests of the Bois des Gardes.

Legend has it that the village was destroyed as a result of epidemics of plague, was rebuilt at the current location. A small Romanesque church was built and dedicated to Saint Sebastian. This church was in very bad condition was rebuilt in the early 20th century (centennial celebrated in 2006).


SIGHTSEEING

Fontaine Sainte Marguerite Broussoux wells, various cross.

Breathtaking view of the terrace north of the church.

Many walks which visit the site alleged former village.


EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Motocross terrain approved in early June.

Bread Festival in July (St. Margaret).

Patronal feast on Sunday after the St. Louis in August.

Skeet shooting day and night the last weekend of August.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Near the lakes, dams and lakes.

At 20 km Super-Besse, 22 km from Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise, 30 km from Bourboule, 32 km from Mont-Dore and Murol.

PHOTOS
St. Genesius with mountains on the horizon Dore
 
Another view of St. Genesius
Fontaine Sainte Marguerite
 
Church overlooking the village
Another view of the church
 
War Memorial
Wells Broussoux
 
St. Genesius winter
St. Genesius winter
 
City Hall
City Hall and Church
  
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Monday 4 June
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Tuesday 5 June
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Wednesday 6 June
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RESTAURANTS 
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 18 km from Saint-Genès-Champespe25 € 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 18.8 km from Saint-Genès-ChampespeFrom 10 € to 25 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Champ du Moulin    
9.8
Cros
Welcome to Odile and Patrick, for your stay in cottages in Auvergne, on the set of Artense; ideal region for a homecoming and a holiday in peace with family, friends, or vacationing...
Located 7.6 km from Saint-Genès-Champespe47 € the double room 
Mallette    
9.6
Chambon-sur-Lac
For your weekend or stay in Auvergne. Welcome to 'Mallette', a little piece of heaven... In the mountains.
Located 22 km from Saint-Genès-ChampespeFrom 50 € to 70 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
La cascade  
9.2
  SPECIAL OFFER
Saint-Genès-Champespe
19 km Super-Besse. Altitude 1050 m. Michelin maps & 76 3 73 3 Lakes Region. Apartment 4 / 5 persons, 2 ** on the ground floor: kitchen / dining room, large bedroom, bathroom, toilet,...
Located in Saint-Genès-ChampespeFrom 162 € to 264 € per week 
Découvrez l'Auvergne depuis votre chalet  
8.8
Champs-sur-Tarentaine-Marchal
Supremely comfortable chalets with covered terrace, garden furniture, loungers and barbecue. Adsl access with free wifi. Eight-hectare estate with a stream running through it, chalets...
Located 6.8 km from Saint-Genès-Champespe273 € per week 
Rikito
Super Besse
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Located 14.5 km from Saint-Genès-ChampespeFrom 590 € to 950 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping les clarines  
La Bourboule
At the heart of the Massif du Sancy and the Volcanoes of Auvergne, in 1500 the center of the resort of La Bourboule, Camping les clarines welcomes you from December 20 to October 20...
Located 19.8 km from Saint-Genès-Champespe 
Le Moulin de Serre    
8
  SPECIAL OFFER
Singles
This very spacious and well maintained campsite is set in a beautiful wooded valley beside the Burande river, close to the upper Dordogne valley, between the very big lake of Bort les...
Located 19.9 km from Saint-Genès-ChampespeFrom 12.30 € to 18.75 € per day 
Domaine du Pont de la Dordogne  
Saint-Sauves-d'Auvergne
At the heart of the Auvergne Volcanoes Park, few minutes from camping resorts of Mont Dore and La bourboule and 35 km from Vulcania. Easy access 5 km. A89. Nature and relaxation. 56...
Located 21 km from Saint-Genès-ChampespeFrom 15 € to 19.50 € per day 

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HOTELS
Auberge De La Providence    
8.4
Saint-Donat
This guesthouse sits in the Auvergne region and offers a terrace with views of the Puy de Sancy, the highest mountain in the Massif Central. It offers spacious, mountain-themed rooms....
Located 5.7 km from Saint-Genès-ChampespeRoom from 37 €
Les Balcons Du Sancy     
8.5
Picherande
Les Balcons De Sancy is located in the Auvergne Volcanoes national park, just a few minutes from the Superbesse ski resort. Les Balcons De Sancy offers studios and suites equipped with...
Located 6.2 km from Saint-Genès-ChampespeRoom from 40 €
Hôtel De La Providence    
8.2
Égliseneuve-d'Entraigues
At Hôtel De La Providence , visitors to the Auvergne region are welcomed with comfortable accommodation in tranquil garden surroundings. The hotel offers a lounge/bar, library and...
Located 8.1 km from Saint-Genès-ChampespeRoom from 39 €

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Puy-de-Dôme
Kyriad Clermont Ferrand Est - Aéroport
Entirely renovated in 2008, this hotel is ideal for a stopover in Clermont-Ferrand and offers direct access to the A71, A75,...
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