Castles to visit around Clermont-Ferrand
Auvergne is full of castles and fortresses that tell the tales of the great moments of history at every turn. Clinging to the slopes of volcanoes, nestled in verdant valleys, or towering above villages, these buildings transport you to the world of knights, lords, and battles of yesteryear...
Staying at the Contact Hôtel Lune Étoile means choosing the comfort of a friendly hotel in Clermont-Ferrand, ideally located for exploring the castles of Auvergne!
Just 15 km south, Château de La Batisse, at the foot of the Gergovie Plateau, welcomes you to a bucolic setting.
Nestled in the Auzon Valley, this former stately home captivates visitors as much with its French-style gardens as with its history dating back to the medieval era.
Nearby, in Opme, the eponymous castle stands proudly on an ancient Roman road.
Built in the 11th century, it will impress you with its square keep, its towers, and its history linked to the Counts and Dauphins of Auvergne. The perfect place to immerse yourself in the feudal world!
Overlooking the Limagne River from its volcanic dyke, Busséol Castle offers breathtaking views at an altitude of 700 meters.
Unclassifiable and powerful, this strategic site has withstood numerous assaults over the centuries.
Inside, weapons, armor, and antique furniture immerse you in the atmosphere of medieval life. Its hanging garden is also worth a visit.
You'll also succumb to the charm of the Royal Château of Saint-Saturnin, perched on a lava flow, between dry moats and crenellated towers.
Owned by the La Tour d'Auvergne family, then by Catherine de Medici, this unique place blends military architecture with Renaissance refinement.
Finally, on the Auvergne wine route, let yourself be captivated by the charm of the Château de Montfleury, its Italianate courtyard, its wooded park, and its giant sequoias.
An ideal visit for families: a fun trail is planned for younger visitors.
After a day full of discoveries, return to the tranquility of the Lune Étoile** hotel in Clermont-Ferrand and its comfortable rooms.
Staying at the Contact Hôtel Lune Étoile means choosing the comfort of a friendly hotel in Clermont-Ferrand, ideally located for exploring the castles of Auvergne!
Château de la Batisse
Just 15 km south, Château de La Batisse, at the foot of the Gergovie Plateau, welcomes you to a bucolic setting.
Nestled in the Auzon Valley, this former stately home captivates visitors as much with its French-style gardens as with its history dating back to the medieval era.
Opme Castle
Nearby, in Opme, the eponymous castle stands proudly on an ancient Roman road.
Built in the 11th century, it will impress you with its square keep, its towers, and its history linked to the Counts and Dauphins of Auvergne. The perfect place to immerse yourself in the feudal world!
Busséol Castle
Overlooking the Limagne River from its volcanic dyke, Busséol Castle offers breathtaking views at an altitude of 700 meters.
Unclassifiable and powerful, this strategic site has withstood numerous assaults over the centuries.
Inside, weapons, armor, and antique furniture immerse you in the atmosphere of medieval life. Its hanging garden is also worth a visit.
The Royal Château of Saint-Saturnin
You'll also succumb to the charm of the Royal Château of Saint-Saturnin, perched on a lava flow, between dry moats and crenellated towers.
Owned by the La Tour d'Auvergne family, then by Catherine de Medici, this unique place blends military architecture with Renaissance refinement.
The Château de Montfleury
Finally, on the Auvergne wine route, let yourself be captivated by the charm of the Château de Montfleury, its Italianate courtyard, its wooded park, and its giant sequoias.
An ideal visit for families: a fun trail is planned for younger visitors.
After a day full of discoveries, return to the tranquility of the Lune Étoile** hotel in Clermont-Ferrand and its comfortable rooms.
