Auvergne
This Canadian-run cafe draws inspiration from far and wide in its hot chocolate menu. The 'Frambiosuisse', raspberry-tinged hot chocolate served with…
Must-see nightlife in Auvergne
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Parc Naturel Régional des Volcans d'Auvergne
The same family has owned the Maison de la Ronade for more than 500 years. Behind this Renaissance-era mansion's stone walls you'll find a salon de thé…
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Clermont-Ferrand
The twinkly-eyed proprietress, presiding over her table of homemade cakes, is largely what makes this teahouse one of the most beloved spots in Clermont's…
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Parc Naturel Régional des Volcans d'Auvergne
Fluffy toy heads are mounted on the walls of this welcoming salon de thé in a cutesy send-up of a hunting lodge. Choose a tea blend to suit your…
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Auvergne
This easygoing little cafe is an Aladdin’s cave for coffee fans. Beans originating from Ethiopia, the Caribbean and beyond are displayed on its packed…
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Clermont-Ferrand
If you think tea tastes better in a homely living room with a sprinkling of feminist activism (and a heartfelt canine welcome), then La BerGamothée might…
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Auvergne
After a visit to Espace Pagès, continue through the arcade to find tucked-away Pub La Distillerie, where you can sample Le Puy's renowned emerald liqueur…
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Clermont-Ferrand
We know, you're travelling à la française, but this Aussie-inspired coffee place pours the best brews in Clermont-Ferrand (from €2.80). The crowd's a mix…
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Clermont-Ferrand
This club near place de Jaude is hallowed ground for Clermont music fans: it was a new-wave and alt-rock haunt in the '80s, became a rock club in the '90s…
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Clermont-Ferrand
Ostensibly Irish with a soundtrack of rock ‘n' roll and folk, this cafe-bar manages to be all things: a coffee joint where you can catch a sports match, a…
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Clermont-Ferrand
While there are no longboats or horned helmets, this wood-walled rock bar is one of the friendliest in town, with an energising heavy-metal soundtrack.
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Auvergne
If you're wondering where Riom's population vanishes to in the evenings, the answer is this wood-lined bistro and pub. Whether you chance on live jazz or…
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Parc Naturel Régional des Volcans d'Auvergne
With ornamental tiles and a sunny colour scheme, Le Galapagos evokes an Andalusian courtyard on a summer's day. Just as likely to lift your spirits are…
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Auvergne
Sip excellent wines by the glass in this friendly bar, styled along a chic minimalist theme. There's bistro food on offer too (menus from €12.50), if you…
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Auvergne
A crooning blues soundtrack and a friendly welcome set the tone of this shabby-chic cafe. The programme of entertainment varies from chess nights and…
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Clermont-Ferrand
The wine connoisseur's choice. Bar d'O has an ambient soundtrack that, with each subsequent glass of Côtes du Ventoux, will lull you into a pleasant daze.
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Auvergne
Sipping one of dozens of fragrant teas, you'll have little choice but to live like a local in this warm and welcoming salon de thé, which charms with…
