Tournemire (15)
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With its castle, 12th-century church, and old houses, the village is listed among the "Most Beautiful Villages of France".

Overview of Tournemire

With its castle, 12th-century church, and old houses, Tournemire is listed among the "Most Beautiful Villages of France".

Key facts

  • Type of place: village.
  • Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
  • Location: in the Cantal department, north of Aurillac.
  • Distances:
  • Local time: Heure : Tournemire (15).
  • Population: 125 inhabitants (2016).
  • Area: 9.68 km².
  • Altitude: from 708 to 1,046 m.
  • Website:

History of Tournemire

What to see and do in Tournemire

The village of Tournemire boasts typical medieval architecture that visitors appreciate. Its castle, 12th-century church, and old houses give it a distinct charm and earn it a place among the "Most Beautiful Villages of France".

In the surrounding area

Parc naturel des volcans d'Auvergne, Puy-de-Dôme, France
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 Tournemire

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Must-see & highly recommended

Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park
★★★★ France’s largest regional park offers stunning landscapes, lakes, charming villages, a few ski resorts, and above all, countless…