Overview
Clermont-Ferrand is the capital of the Auvergne region in central France, with a population of 140,000. The city is distinctive for its black volcanic stone architecture, most famously the Gothic cathedral started in 1248 and completed in 1902.
Architecture · Day Trips · History · Museums · Nature
Before you go
Connectivity
5G coverage available from all French carriers as of 2022.
Culture
The city celebrates Vercingetorix, Pope Urban II who launched the first crusade, and mathematician Blaise Pascal as its famous sons.
Money
France uses the Euro. Credit cards are widely accepted. Tipping is not obligatory as service is included in bills.
Transport
Clermont-Ferrand has a small international airport with Air France flights from Paris. The city sits at a highway crossroads between Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux, and Montpellier.