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.
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Located 18 km from Saint-Genès-Champespe
25 € 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...
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-Champespe
47 € 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.
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-Champespe
From 162 € to 264 € per week
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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...
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-Champespe
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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...
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-Champespe
Room 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-Champespe
Room 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...