Auvergne in central France evokes the era of "La Belle Epoque" with its Route des Chateaux d'Auvergne, spa towns Romanesque churches and national parks. The scenic region has the largest density of volcanoes found in Europe. The region's capital is the delightful city of Clermont-Ferrand. Auvergne - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Clermont-Ferrand - L'Aventure Michelin - Statue of Vercingetorix - Vulcania - Volcano Park of Lemptegy - Chateau de Murol - Volvic - Issoire - Montpeyroux - Riom - Auvergne Regional National Park - Chateau de Val - Aurillac - St Flours - Salers - Cheese Tours - Vichy - Montlucon & Troncais Forest - Moulins - Le Pal Adventure Park - Arboretum de Balaine - Le-Puy-en-Velay - Brioude - Blesle - Recommendations for the Budget Traveller - Places to Stay - Hotel Beaulieu - Volcanhotel - Hotel Le Square - Hotel de Naples - Hotel Chris'tel - Places to Eat - Le Dome Restaurant - Bougnat Burger Restaurant - La Truffade Restaurant - Le Petit Roseau Restaurant - L'autel de la Crepe Restaurant - Places to Shop - Centre Jaude - Thiers Knives - Markets in Auvergne - Ceramics & Other Craft Studios - Gourmands D'ici-Coeur de Volcan"