Historical route of the châteaux d'Auvergne
Clermont-Ferrand

Château de Mons

A guided tour through the history of France, the gardens and local history. A vast collection of prints discover etching (workshops available during the visit). Italian and French gardens, vegetables garden and orchard.

Castle of Busseol

Castle built in 1170 dominating the Limagne, stronghold of the Counts of Auvergne and the most historic royal domain of the province.

Château de la Trémolière

This castle built during the 15th century was the seat of a seigniory belonging to the Montclar family. On the two floors several tapestries are on view: “Le Bestaire Fantastique” (fantastic bestiary) and ten Aubusson Verdure tapestries from the 16th century

Château des Martinanches

Dating back to the 11 th century, the castle surprises and delights. It was re- designed in the 15 th and 18 th centuries. French ceilings, polished wood floors, porcelain and artisanal wall tiling. Gues- trooms, exhibition space, tearoom

Portabéraud ou la Folie Mercier castle

Château du Cambon

The site is dedicated to Marie-Antoinette. The Cambon castle, restored the same year as the Queen’s revival, houses many portraits, engravings and printed works, reminding us of her life and her close family and friends.

Sailhant Castle

This fortified castle perched on a spectacular rocky spur is more than 30 metres high and overlooks a mystical waterfall. Not to miss: the great hall, the Lord’s chamber, the library and the chapel. Listed site. Visits in French and English.

Château de Montmorin

Montmorin Castle welcomes you for tours that will take you from its 11 th century origins to the present day. The collections of the Henri Delaire Museum will allow you to explore the life in a me- dieval castle.

Castle of Pionsat

Guided tour with exhibitions: painting, photography and craft workshops. This stately residence of major architectural interest in Auvergne consists of two imposing medieval and Renaissance buildings. Booking is recommended.