last edited Dec 11, 2019
Introducing the Massif Central
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Massif Central
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Overview
Key Facts
- Type of place: tourist region.
- Location: in the heart of the country, in the Massif Central.
- Local time:
- Administrative regions: Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (for Auvergne) and Nouvelle-Aquitaine (for Limousin).
- Departments: Allier (03), Cantal (15), Haute-Loire (43), and Puy-de-Dôme (63) for Auvergne. Corrèze (19), Creuse (23), and Haute-Vienne (87) for Limousin.
- Main cities: Aurillac, Brive, Clermont-Ferrand, Limoges, Montluçon, Vichy...
- Population:
- Area:
- Highest point:
- Lowest point:
- Coastline: 0 km; no maritime access.
Tourism
In the heart of the country, Limousin and Auvergne reveal their forests, countryside, and ancient mountain ranges. Far from the summer bustle of the coast or big cities, this is a peaceful, rural France that will appeal to nature lovers and those seeking a restful holiday.
Where to get information?
Departmental Tourism Committees
Travel Essentials
- Backpacker daily budget:
- Best for accommodation:
- Best for getting around:
- Best time for climate/crowds/prices:
- Highlights (out of ): Nature / ; Adventure ; Culture ; Relaxation-holidays /
- Website: