Saint-Pal-de-Chalencon

Saint-Pal-de-Chalencon

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownSaint-Pal-de-Chalencon
Insee code43212
Postcode43500
Latitude45.3563440
Longitude3.9569500
AltitudeFrom 700 to 978 meters
Surface28.95 km²
Population1048 inhabitants
Density36 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief townLe Puy-en-Velay (at 51 km, 55 min)Usson-en-Forez at 4.5 km (5 min)
DepartmentHaute-LoireApinac at 4.5 km (5 min)
RegionAuvergneSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Medieval town of 1047 inhabitants located 890 m above sea level and covers 2900 hectares on the edge of two regions of Auvergne and Rhône-Alpes. Commune Haute-Loire, bordering the Loire and Puy-de-Dome. Halfway between Le Puy-en-Velay and St Etienne (50 km), 13 km from Craponne-sur-Arzon, 15 km from Saint-Bonnet-le-Chateau, 105 km from Lyon.


SIGHTSEEING

One to the west, south, one north, they are not less than three doors that allow entry to the fortified medieval village of Saint-Pal-de-Chalencon. A quiet walk in the streets, if the eye was a bit curious, you will not fail to admire the many remnants of past centuries, especially the towers of the castle and church, which houses, among other things, a Pietà the fifteenth. In this rich heritage, in addition to village, house of assembly, bakery, chapel of Notre-Dame de Lorette, Calvary Lurou (Boisset-Up) ...


EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Race Cacharat Coast in July.

Cultural Week in late July-early August.

Garage sale, the first Sunday in August.

Vogue annual weekend before August 15.

Christmas market and Telethon, the first weekend of December.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Fly-fishing course or holidayNature and the outdoorsFrom 135 € to 270 €Saillant (11.6 km)
Fishing for beginners and improversNature and the outdoorsFrom 85 € to 145 €Saint-Maurice-de-Lignon (19.5 km)
Stained glass window courseCraft400 €Monlet (24 km)
Maiden microlight flight over ForezSports sensationsFrom 50 € to 150 €Champdieu (30 km)

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Saturday 25 May
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Sunday 26 May
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Monday 27 May
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RESTAURANTS 
Auberge du Brabant  
8
Roche-en-Régnier
Old recipes - A rustic kitchen and old ... Welcome to The Auberge du Brabant Roche-en-Régnier! Stone fireplace - At the foot of Mount Miaune on the plateau of Roche-en-Régnier between...
Located 14 km from Saint-Pal-de-Chalencon18 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Au cent neuf  
Arlanc
Our friendly chambre d'hôtes can be found in the market town of Arlanc in a 'maison de bourg' townhouse full of character which offers a quiet oasis with classical light and airy rooms...
Located 19.1 km from Saint-Pal-de-Chalencon55 € the double room 
La ferme st antoine  
Monlet
2 rooms comfortable 3 ears Gites de France.
Located 21 km from Saint-Pal-de-Chalencon70 € the double room 
Les Pierres Bleues    
9.9
Saint-Vincent
Close to the Puy en Velay in a picturesque hamlet, overlooking the gorges of the Loire, Annie and Jean Pierre welcome you to the Pierres Bleues. In this haven of peace, an old stone...
Located 22 km from Saint-Pal-de-ChalenconFrom 63 € to 68 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Le moulin de Mistoux
Saint-Georges-Lagricol
The accomodation is in an aisle of the mill along a small river. This is suitable for 4 to 6 people with full equipped kitchen, 2 bedrooms, lounge and bathroom. Walking.
Located 4.6 km from Saint-Pal-de-ChalenconFrom 300 € to 340 € per week 
Le Clos Moulin
Vorey
Resort along the Loire in greenery. Lodgings from 2 to 7 people completely renovated in 2012. Possibility of short stays depending on availability. Night from € 40.00. : Swimming pool,...
Located 19.1 km from Saint-Pal-de-Chalencon 
Gîte rural La Sagne
Vorey
The cottage 'La Sagne' is ideally located in a small hamlet surrounded by meadows, near the Gorges de la Loire. A privileged context to want to discover the ubiquitous nature of this...
Located 20 km from Saint-Pal-de-ChalenconFrom 222 € to 415 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping de la belle etoile    
9.6
Saint-Bonnet-le-Château
Friendly family campsite at Belle Etoile is a place where children like to gather and where parents spend holidays in peace. Tours, hiking, fishing, swimming, paddleboats, tennis, playground,...
Located 11.6 km from Saint-Pal-de-ChalenconFrom 11 € to 12 € per day 
Camping de la rochelambert    
9.4
Saint-Paulien
At the heart of the south of Auvergne, near Le Puy en Velay, the site is located at the foot of the castle. It is bordered by a wild river and a nature trail through the trees. Halfway...
Located 29 km from Saint-Pal-de-ChalenconFrom 13.30 € to 18.70 € per day 

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HOTELS
Auberge du Ripailleur    
8.7
Dore-l'Église
Set in the Auvergne region, this Inn provides free Wi-Fi access in the guest rooms and a 24-hour reception. It features a bar and restaurant serving regional cuisine. Guest rooms are...
Located 16.4 km from Saint-Pal-de-ChalenconRoom from 50 €
Le Prieuré     
7.9
Chaumont-le-Bourg
Le Prieuré is a renovated monastery dating from the 10th century with a 1.7-hectare park, set in Livradois Forez Regional Park. It offers free access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and...
Located 17.7 km from Saint-Pal-de-ChalenconRoom from 50 €
La Rotille 
Saint-Maurice-de-Lignon
La Rotille is a self-catering cottage set in a remodelled farm in the Auvergne region, a 15-minute drive from Yssingeaux. It features a garden with a furnished terrace and free private...
Located 18.5 km from Saint-Pal-de-ChalenconRoom from 70 €

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Hotel Chris'tel
Hotel Chris'tel is located in the centre of Le Puy-en-Velay and offers free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi. Guest rooms at...
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