Welcome to Clermont - Ferrand
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Located at the foot of the chain of eight volcanoes, Clermont-Ferrand is the natural capital of "Massif Central", the very attractive Auvergne region which offers a wide range of outdoor activities. The city is at the gates to the huge Natural Volcano Park with its diversified areas of mountains, valleys, plateaux and plains. “Clermont”, as the French usually call it, is home to a great historical, cultural and archaeological heritage and a centre for the arts. You will enjoy charming walks to explore its historical centres.
Facts
| Population | 140,000 |
| Currency | 1 Euro = 100 cents |
| Opening hours | Most shops are open Monday to Saturday from 9:00-19:00 but smaller shops may be closed at lunch time (between 12:00-14:00). Stores are closed on Sunday and public holidays except for annual sales events. |
| Newspapers | La Montagne Le Monde (National) |
| Emergency numbers | 15 (samu/ambulance) 18 (fire) |
| Tourist information | Address: Place de la Victoire Tel: +33 473 98 65 00 |
