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Auvergne Volcanoes

France

In the Massif Central of central France. The Chaîne des Puys in Auvergne is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with over 80 dormant volcanoes. The Puy de Dôme and green crater landscapes offer unique hiking experiences.

What awaits you

HikingActiveCampingNaturePet-friendly

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Best time to visit

Max. temperature
1°
Jan
4°
Feb
7°
Mar
8°
Apr
12°
May
17°
Jun
20°
Jul
20°
Aug
15°
Sep
14°
Oct
6°
Nov
3°
Dec
Sunshine hours
4h
Jan
6h
Feb
8h
Mar
9h
Apr
10h
May
11h
Jun
13h
Jul
12h
Aug
9h
Sep
7h
Oct
5h
Nov
4h
Dec
Rain days
12d
Jan
9d
Feb
14d
Mar
14d
Apr
17d
May
17d
Jun
9d
Jul
9d
Aug
13d
Sep
12d
Oct
13d
Nov
13d
Dec

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Auvergne Volcanoes as a Vacation Destination

Auvergne Volcanoes is an excellent choice for hiking trips, active holidays, camping holidays. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 20°C.

A rental car is recommended for exploring the surrounding area. The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money. Pets are welcome here — many accommodations and restaurants are pet-friendly. Campers will find pitches for both tents and caravans.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: stunning natural landscapes.

Good to know

Price level
Local languages
FR
Camping
Tent & caravan