Regional Nature Park of the Volcanoes of Auvergne (Parc Naturel Regional des Volcans d'Auvergne) Overview
Covering an area of more than 395,000 hectares (976,085 acres), the Parc Naturel Regional des Volcans d'Auvergne was created in 1977 and is home to four volcanic massifs: the Chaine des Puys (Puy deDome, 1465m/4792ft high), Monts Dore (Puy de Sancy, 1886m/6188ft high), Monts du Cezalier (Signal du Luguet, 1551m/5089ft high) and Monts du Cantal (Plomb du Cantal, 1855m/6086 ft high). There are glaciers, lakes and peatland throughout the park, as well as numerous exhibitions of flora, fauna and traditional architecture. Activities include hiking, riding, cycling, hand-gliding and hot-air ballooning. There are numerous other educational centers located within the park. Air: Clermont Ferrand Airport. Rail: Train: Clermont Ferrand Station. Road: Car: A71 (from Paris); A72 (from Lyon).
Contact Addresses Regional Nature Park of the Volcanoes of Auvergne Information Center, Montlosier 63970 Aydat, France Tel: (04) 7365 6400 Website: www.parc-volcans-auvergne.com
