Tourism & leisure
The Chaîne des Puys, a multi-faceted area
With its volcanic landscapes, our territory has character, and something for everyone! Ideally located at the epicentre of the Chaîne des Puys, 5 minutes from the Panoramique des Dômes, 15 minutes from Vulcania and the Volcan de Lemptégy, your days will be full of surprises and discoveries!
AUVERGNE DESTINATION
You can also find ideas for outings on the Auvergne Destination website.
Hiking & outdoor activities
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The puy de Dôme is a delight for nature lovers: breathtaking panoramas, volcanoes, lakes and rivers, natural parks…
Numerous hiking trails (on foot, by bike, on horseback) await you in the vicinity of Archipel Volcans: GR441, GTMC (cycling tour through the Massif Central), Puy de la Vache and Lassolas… On request from reception, we can provide you with practical information sheets with examples of trails.
To help you plan your stay, our partner Chamina Voyages can offer you themed outings: www.chamina-voyages.com
Outdoor activities are also available: cycling, mountain biking, horse riding, water sports, air sports, climbing…
Wellness
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As a Nattitude establishment, it is part of our philosophy to make your stay a bubble of oxygen to recharge your batteries.
ROYATONIC (10 MIN AWAY)
In the indoor or outdoor lagoons, filled with water at over 30°, let your body soothe and your mind escape… Bubble beds, Jacuzzis, hammams, saunas, scented pools…
Discount coupons are available on request at Archipel Volcans reception.
Iconic sites
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VOLCAN DE LEMPTÉGY (15 MIN)
Unique immersion in the heart of a real volcano. Unusual discoveries on foot or by train with a passionate guide: bombs, volcanic slag reveal their secrets. Enjoy the dynamic 4D film “Aux Origines” and the explosive ride “Volcan’Express”.
Duration: 2h30
www.auvergne-volcan.com
GROTTE DE LA PIERRE DE VOLVIC (25 MIN)
A journey through an ancient lava flow. The heritage of Volvic is revealed through 5 thematic areas, between stone and water.
Duration: 1 hour
www.grotte-pierre-volvic.fr
PANORAMIQUE DES DÔMES (5 MIN)
Electric rack and pinion train that takes you to the top of the puy de Dôme.
Departure every 40 minutes.
www.panoramiquedesdomes.fr
L’AVENTURE MICHELIN (25 MIN)
Exhibitions retracing the history of Michelin and its transport innovations through films, vehicles and reconstructions.
ASM EXPERIENCE (25 MIN)
There are two ways to deepen your knowledge of rugby: the ASM Experience, a “theme park” unique in France dedicated exclusively to rugby and the life of the club, and the guided tour of the stadium to discover what goes on behind the scenes. So… get under the scrum!
www.asm-rugby.com
LES GRANDS THERMES DE LA BOURBOULE – THERMAL SPA (45 MIN)
The Well-Being area of the Grands Thermes de La Bourboule welcomes you in a cosy atmosphere and offers you a whole range of individual treatments or rituals.
www.grandsthermes-bourboule.com
Not forgetting our built heritage, our gastronomy and the many events and festivals in the department!
More information on the Clermont Auvergne Tourism Office website
