Day Itinerary
11 Activities
Day 1
297 mi1 mi
A Breath of Fresh Air on the Way to Clermont-Ferrand
Today, you'll head over to Clermont-Ferrand, taking country roads surrounded by nature. You'll have the opportunity to stop by famous lakes, in the middle of regional natural parks, and end the day contemplating the wonderful cathedrals of Clermont-Ferrand.
07:55
Geneva
Leave Geneva early in the morning, heading straight to Lake Annecy, where you'll have the chance to admire one of the biggest lakes in Europe – a dreamy location, for sure!
39.1 mi
1 hr 10 min
09:1030 min
Vue Sur le Lac D’Annecy
Scenic Lookout
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Head up the mountain and get a perfect and unique view of Lake Annecy. The second-biggest lake of glacier origin in France, it’s 27.59 square kilometres of clear blue water, surrounded by wonderful mountains.
51.7 mi
1 hr 20 min
11:0045 min
Plage du Sougey
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Make a little stop at Plage Du Sougey, where you can take a dip in the water if the weather allows it, or just admire the mountains and the clear water from the sand.
80.8 mi
1 hr 40 min
13:301 hr 30 min
Le Pêché du Pilat
Restaurant
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"This small, intimate restaurant in the village of Malleval offers a menu of eight homemade dishes. You’ll have the opportunity to savour fresh regional food, such as frog legs with parsley, or foie gras terrine for the most ambitious.
Make sure to book a table before getting there.
Opening Hours: Thursday – Monday: 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Wednesday: Closed
Make sure to book a table before getting there.
Opening Hours: Thursday – Monday: 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Wednesday: Closed
0.5 mi
15 min
15:1545 min
Belvédère de Malleval
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After lunch, take a walk in the village of Malleval and reach the belvedere. At an altitude of 283 m, in a hairpin bend of the D79, the Malleval Belvedere offers a unique view of the village and the mountains. Take a deep breath of fresh air before getting back in the car and heading towards Clermont-Ferrand.
63.8 mi
1 hr 30 min
17:3010 min
Chapelle Saint-Sulpice
Church
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Make a stop at this little chapelle, hidden in the middle of nowhere. It’s over 300 years old, and its architecture is typical of 18th-century French art.
59.2 mi
1 hr 10 min
18:505 min
Cathedral Parking
Parking
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When you arrive in the centre of Clermont-Ferrand, park your car in the cathedral car park to enjoy the city on foot.
0.2 mi
5 min
19:0010 min
Basilique Notre-Dame du Port de Clermont-Ferrand
Church
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First, head to the Basilique Notre-Dame du Port, the massive basilica that overlooks the city. It was built in the 12th century and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Routes of Santiago de Compostela in France.
0.3 mi
10 min
19:2010 min
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption
Landmark
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Then, make your way to the Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption, a real emblem of Clermont-Ferrand. It’s the first and largest building constructed entirely of Volvic lava. It’s inspired in particular by the Rayonnant Gothic style of the Île-de-France, and is the setting for a unique collection of stained-glass windows, including Romanesque lancets, and wall paintings.
0.4 mi
10 min
19:401 hr 30 min
L'Ecureuil
Restaurant
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Finish your day at l’Écureuil, a cosy restaurant located in the centre of Clermont-Ferrand. You can appreciate the cuisine of famous chef Benoît Piedpremier, which combines the flavours of the Mediterranean, Piedmont, and Auvergne.
Head to their official website to book a table in advance.
Opening Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 12:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m., 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Wednesday: 12:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday: 12:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m., 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Sunday: Closed
Head to their official website to book a table in advance.
Opening Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 12:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m., 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Wednesday: 12:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday: 12:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m., 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Sunday: Closed
2.9 mi
15 min
22:1510 hrs
Clos Beaumont
Lodging
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Spend the night at Clos Beaumont, a lovely guest house just outside the city. The rooms are located in a Maison de Maître from the end of the 19th century, a former vineyard property in the Côtes d'Auvergne. The architecture is typical of the region: it features elaborate Volvic stone frames, which can be found in the architecture of many buildings in Clermont-Ferrand.
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