Salers

Salers

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownSalersSaint-Paul-de-Salers at 1.8 km
Insee code15219Fontanges at 2.8 km
Postcode15140Saint-Bonnet-de-Salers at 4 km
Latitude45.1378540Saint-Martin-Valmeroux at 5.7 km
Longitude2.4938090Saint-Projet-de-Salers at 6.4 km
AltitudeFrom 830 to 1207 metersSaint-Chamant at 6.9 km
Surface4.85 km²Saint-Vincent-de-Salers at 7.9 km
Population364 inhabitantsLe Fau at 8.2 km
Density75 inhabitants/km²Le Vaulmier at 8.2 km
National labelsAnglards-de-Salers at 8.4 km
Chief townAurillac (at 42 km, 42 min)Drugeac at 9.1 km
DepartmentCantalSainte-Eulalie at 9.5 km
RegionAuvergneSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Located at the entrance to the Parc Naturel Régional des Volcans d'Auvergne, Salers is an architectural jewel ranked among the Most Beautiful Villages of France.

You will be transported from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Salers has not escaped the invasions during the 100 years war, in this context that "sagraniers" have fortified their city to protect English and robbers. Merchant City and City of nobles, the past greatness of Salers results in its architecture reflects the 15th-18th, dating back to the Bailiwick of High Mountains.

You can enjoy his cuisine as Salers cheese, meat Salers the drink Salers and square Salers. Or the truffles (dish of potatoes mixed with the fresh volume), the bourriol (pancake made from buckwheat flour), the pounti, stuffed cabbage, various meats that are all flat, reflecting the terroir.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The Romanesque church, rebuilt in the fifteenth, home to burial of the 15th of the Flemish school.
  • Guided tour of the city (information on +33 4 71 40 70 68).
  • Guided tour of the old "Bailiwick" (information on +33 4 71 40 70 59).
  • Templar House said: museum of art and traditions of the country Salers. From April 1 to November 11 (information on +33 4 71 40 75 97).
  • The burons of Salers: find out about making cheese and Salers based aperitif gentian root (information on +33 4 71 40 70 71).
  • Visit the House of RONAD.
Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Salers
MonumentsChurch Saint-Mathieu,   House Sevestre,   House of Flogeac,   House of Lafarge,   House of the Templiers,   Private Mansion of La Ronade

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Market every Wednesday morning.
  • Late April, early May: Website Remarkable Taste: gastronomy, diverse entertainment.
  • Late May: The Pastourelle: hiking, running races, mountain bike trips.
  • August 15: Gala folk.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Fontanges and chapel monolith 5 km
  • Anglards de Salers and the castle of Trémolière 15 km
  • Ally and the castle of the Vine
  • Home of Straw and Grain to Escorailles
  • Tournemire, village classified among the Most Beautiful Villages of France, 30 km
  • You can also enjoy hiking, horseback riding, swimming pool or pond, cross country skiing, fishing ...
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WEATHER
Monday 13 February
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Min. -12°C - Max. 1°C
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. -6°C - Max. 2°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. -5°C - Max. 3°C
RESTAURANTS 
Au chalet fleuri
Saint-Jacques-des-Blats
Our rooms with views you will enjoy home cooking with local or regional specialties like pounti, the truffles, the tripe, the coq au vin, the holy nectar, Cantal...
Located 19.4 km from SalersFrom 15 € to 30 € per person 
L'Oh à la Bouche !
Aurillac
Restaurant catering take-away courses and demonstration kitchen, chef, buffet, cocktail, family and business meals, weddings, ...
Located 24 km from SalersFrom 20 € to 35 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Puech Verny    
9.5
Saint-Cirgues-de-Jordanne
Come see us at our hostel situated on the edge of Gorges Jordanne between Aurillac and the Puy Mary, in the center of the department in the Parc des Volcans d'Auvergne. Auvergne house...
Located 13.5 km from SalersFrom 36 € to 56 € the double room 
La maison de jeanne    
9
Thiézac
Chrystelle and hugues welcome you in this great house bathed in sunlight and the sweetness of life in the heart of Thiézac: small village of cantal. 4 large comfortable rooms are available....
Located 19.2 km from SalersFrom 45 € to 52 € the double room 
Les Ombrages    
9.7
Pleaux
Overlooking the old cattle market and less than a minute walk from the centre of Pleaux, Les Ombrages offers the best of two worlds. Tranquillity and comfort within the house and its...
Located 21 km from SalersFrom 52 € to 72 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Lac des Graves  
9.2
Lascelle
Guaranteed escape in the heart of the volcanoes of Auvergne. An exceptional natural site of 40ha. Calm nature relaxation oxygen. Very comfortable 3 *** timeless 20 m ² - Ideally located...
Located 14.4 km from Salers 
Village de gites les Levades  
8.2
Valette
30 km from Salers, 45 km from the slopes, 5 km from shops, House for 6 people (30 max.), 65 m², 8000 m² of garden, 4 room (s), 3 room (s), Terrace, view of the countryside. Along the...
Located 16.8 km from SalersFrom 360 € to 600 € per week 
La gare de St. Jacaques  
7.2
Saint-Jacques-des-Blats
Old railway station restored in the Cantal Mountains at 1000 m. A 6 km. Lioran, ski resort. Wonderful walks to be done, both summer and winter. Very few trains, never at night.
Located 19.5 km from SalersFrom 395 € to 495 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Puech Verny 
Saint-Cirgues-de-Jordanne
Visit us at our hostel on the edge of the gorges of the Jordanne between Aurillac and the Puy Mary in the center of the department in the Parc des Volcans d'Auvergne: easy access to...
Located 13.5 km from Salers 
Camping Pont du Rouffet    SPECIAL OFFER
Saint-Martin-Cantalès
Small and quiet campsite at a big lake in the Cantal (Auvergne). Perfect for those who enjoy nature, hiking, swimming and angling. There are no restaurant, bar or animation. If you...
Located 19.9 km from SalersFrom 12.50 € to 14.50 € per day 
La Pommeraie    
8.6
Vic-sur-Cère
Family Camping with heated indoor pools and waterslides. Locations on the terrace with panoramic views of the Cantal volcanoes. Activities and entertainment day and evening for children...
Located 20 km from SalersFrom 15 € to 26 € per day 

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HOTELS
Inter-Hotel Le Gerfaut     
7.2
Salers
Le Gerfaut is located 800 metres from the village of Salers. It offers en suite accommodation with a heated pool and panoramic views. Each of the spacious guest rooms features a flat-screen...
Located in SalersRoom from 80 €
Logis Le Bailliage     
8.1
Salers
This Logis Hotel is located in Salers, in the Auvergne region. It has a Spa centre with an indoor swimming pool and offers rooms with a view of the gardens or the Puy Violent Mountain....
Located in SalersRoom from 89 €
Hostellerie de La Maronne     
8.1
Saint-Martin-Valmeroux
This hotel is in a 19th-century building next to a 17-acre park. It offers air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant and outdoor pool. Free internet access is available. Rooms at Hostellerie...
Located 2.4 km from SalersRoom from 95 €

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Hotel Aurena
The Hotel is ideally located in a calm suburb of Aurillac, yet the Auréna is only 5 minutes by car from the city center....
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