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
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.
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…
