Salers

Overview of Salers

Beyond being known for the cattle breed that bears its name, the commune of Salers is also labeled "Most Beautiful Villages of France" for its architecture largely built from black volcanic stone, typical of the region.

Key Facts

• Type de lieu: village.

• Intérêt touristique: ★★ (worth seeing).

• Localisation: in the heart of Cantal, in Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park.

• Distances:

• Heure locale: Heure : Salers.

• Population: 341 inhabitants (2014).

• Superficie: 4.85 km².

• Altitude: from 830 to 1,207 m.

• Site internet: http://www.salers-tourisme.fr

History of Salers

What to See and Do in Salers

The village of Salers forms a beautiful 16th-century ensemble with its grand townhouses and turreted houses built from volcanic stone, giving it a distinct charm.

In the Surrounding Area

Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park ★★★★
France’s largest regional park offers stunning landscapes, lakes, charming villages, a few ski resorts, and above all, countless hiking opportunities. Since 2018, the "Chaîne des Puys" it encompasses has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list.

Climate and Weather in Salers

Transportation

Getting There

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