Puy-de-Dome is a region rich in variety, combining mountains, lakes and forests, spas, medieval villages and fine chateaux.
To the west are the extinct volcanoes, the puys (volcanic peaks) of Monts Dore and Monts Dome, mountain country which offers wonderful opportunities for walking and climbing and riding. To the south east are Monts du Livradois and Monts du Forez, a wild and remote region, one of least populated areas of France. In between these extremes are the gentle valleys of the Allier and the Dore, a fertile land of orchards, vineyards and farms, called the Grand Limagne, limagne being the word for valley in the Auvergne.
The oldest geological mountain range in France and part of France's largest national park, the Parc Naturel Regional des Volcans d'Auvergne and the Parc Livradois-Forez. Ideal for sports enthusiasts. The Puy-de-Dome is also popular for Romanesque churches and medieval castles. The elegant spa town and Le Mont Dore adds yet another dimension. The capital of the department and the region is Clermont-Ferrand, a lively dynamic university town, home to the Michelin tyre and guidebook corporation.
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| 03/10/2008 Grasse's International Perfume museum reopens its doors |
After a four-year renovation project, Grasse's international perfume museum will reopen its door for business on 18 October.
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| 26/08/2008 Go Grand For a Massif French Ski Holiday |
Overlooked in the past in favour of more popular holiday spots such as Provence and Brittany, the rugged interior of France’s Grand Massif holds much appeal for tourists, whatever time of year you visit.
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| 22/12/2008 Portrayal of France in the travel sections of this weekend's national newspapers |
Ski, ski and more ski. Huge snowfalls in the Alps and Pyrenees mean ski conditions in France are the best for many, many years
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| 07/07/2009 Driving in France - Relective vests/tabards |
It is compulsary to carry a reflective vest/tabard inside the cabin of your vehicle when driving in France. This item provides full details
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| 06/05/2009 NATIONAL FERRY FORTNIGHT IS COMING TO A PORT NEAR YOU |
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| Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe |
| October 2009 (Annual) |
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| Held at the world-renowned Longchamp racecourse, the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe sees equine athletes from around the world competing to take away the €4 million prize fund, making it the world's most richly rewarded turf race. |
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| Paris Gay Pride |
| 27 June 2009 (Annual) |
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| The romantic, enchanting city of Paris celebrates Gay Pride at the end of June with a massive parade that draws more than 500,000 spectators and participants as well as a series of parties, balls, and other lively events. |
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| Rallye Paris - Deauville |
| October 2009 (Annual) |
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| The Paris - Deauville rally is an annual event which sees the gathering and exhibition of pre-1940s vintage cars, cabriolets and coupés. |
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| Carnaval de Paris |
| February 2010 |
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Parisians ome out in force to participate in this cheerful annual procession, which runs from the Rue le Vau to the Hôtel de Ville.
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| Hotel Everland - Palais de Tokyo |
| Until the end of June 2009 |
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| Everland, the world's first travelling rooftop pod hotel, comes to Paris. Given its similarity to a Japanese capsule hotel, it's no surprise to find it on top of the capital's Palais de Tokyo modern art museum.
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