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No. 8294 · France · Western Europe

Vichy

46.13°N 3.42°E · 249 m

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Overview

Vichy is one of eleven UNESCO World Heritage-listed European spa towns, famous for its thermal waters since Roman times. The town combines Belle Époque elegance with a significant World War II legacy as the seat of the Vichy government.

Architecture · Budget Travel · Day Trips · History · Nature

Before you go

Accessibility

Tourist Office and train station are accessible without assistance to people with reduced mobility. Most shopping centers have elevators.

Money

France uses the Euro (€). Credit cards widely accepted. ATMs available throughout the city.

Safety

Vichy has good overall safety. National Police (35 avenue Victoria, +33 4 70 96 11 11) available 24/7. Video surveillance in city centre.

Transport

MobiVie buses cost €1.25 per trip or €3.40 per 24 hours. Vi Vélo bike rental starts at €4 for a classic bike. Trains to Paris take 2 hr 55 min.

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