Randonnée aux puys Chopine et des Gouttes à Saint-Ours-les-Roches
©OT Terra Volcana - Florian Bompan
3 ideas for Valentine's Day weekends in Puy-de-Dôme

3 ideas for Valentine’s Day weekends in Puy-de-Dôme

Ajouter aux favoris

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! Why not enjoy an enchanted break in the heart of the Puy-de-Dôme with your other half? Whether you’re a nature lover, an epicurean or a fan of cocooning, check out our ideas for special Valentine’s weekends and holidays to celebrate love in style!

Puy-de-Dôme 1. An unusual weekend in the heart of nature for Valentine's Day

Accommodation Sleep in a dome in the heart of nature

Etoiles et moi: Head for Menat, 40km from Riom, for a night that’s sure to put stars in your eyes, thanks to its comfortable domes set in the heart of nature and equipped with a private spa.

A little aperitif to share with your sweetheart after a dip in the Nordic bath and your weekend’s off to a great start!

 Sleeping on the slopes of a volcano

Les Lodges de Lemptégy: It’s not every day you get to sleep on the slopes of a volcano. These comfortable wooden lodges, nestling in the heart of the forest, guarantee a unique stay.

Activities Mountain biking in Puy-de-Dôme

Ride the slopes of the volcanoes of the Chaîne des Puys. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced mountain biker, there’s always a route to suit your level. Our mountain bike hire companies will be happy to advise you on your choice of route and equipment.

Mountain bike hire companies :

 A dog-sled ride in the Puy-de-Dôme region

This is the ideal romantic activity for lovers. Accompanied by a passionate musher, set off on a dog-sled ride through the mountainous landscapes of the Sancy massif. For the more sporty, opt for the cani-marche: a hike pulled by a dog.

 A first paragliding flight over the volcanoes

Looking for an original way to discover the volcanoes of the Auvergne? Then paragliding is undoubtedly the best way for you. Your experienced instructor will introduce you to the joys of free flight in complete safety. It’s an extraordinary experience, as close to nature as you can get, with a unique view of the Chaîne des Puys.

2. Wellness break at the hotel

Do you dream of stopping time to pamper yourself and enjoy some cocooning time with your loved one? Then this well-being break is for you.

Accommodation A wellness hotel in Châtel-Guyon

Châtel-Guyon, a spa resort nestling in a green setting at the gateway to the Parc Naturel Régional des Volcans d’Auvergne, is the ideal place for a wellness break.

TheSpa Thermalia hotel and its refined décor is equipped with a spa and offers traditional Chinese massages. Nearby, theHôtel Chante-Grelet, with its warm, modern style and spa facilities, offers massages and reflexology.

Other accommodation offering wellness services:

Activities Walks and hikes in Puy-de-Dôme

Whether you’re a weekend walker or a seasoned hiker, there’s always a trail to suit you. Whether you’re at the top of a volcano, on the Limagne plain or in search of enchanted waterfalls, discover our hiking trails.

 Visit the Grotto of Lights

From February, immerse yourself in the enchanted setting of the Grotte des Lumières, an immersive sound and light tour filled with magic and legends.

 Visit the Lemptégy volcano

In this setting with a Martian atmosphere, set off to discover the bowels of a volcano accompanied by a passionate guide. You’ll learn all about how eruptions work and the phenomena that have shaped our landscapes.

3. Gourmet weekend in a B&B for Valentine's Day

Are you more into culinary discoveries and strolling through the narrow streets of a small village? We’re sure to have something to suit your romantic getaway with your sweetheart.

Accommodation Sleeping in a château in Puy-de-Dôme

If you dream of living the life of a château, then the Château du Guérinet and its guest rooms will be the ideal place to turn your romantic getaway into a real fairytale, thanks to its refined décor and its wellness and sylvotherapy facilities, just a few minutes from Vichy.

Activities A guided tour of Riom

If you’re a lover of old buildings and good food, here’s a programme to suit you. The former capital of the duchies of Auvergne, Riom boasts no fewer than 70 protected monuments. The Volvic stone found on most of the buildings gives it a very special character. A visit to the clock tower is highly recommended to admire the view over Riom and its surroundings.

 Strolling through the villages of character

  • Artonne: a village with the “Petite Cité de Caractère” label, and with good reason, as it is one of the oldest villages in Auvergne, having developed strongly in Antiquity and the Middle Ages.
  • In Maringues: a village crossed by the Morge river, which was the source of the development of the 2nd largest commercial centre in Auvergne thanks to its 800-year-old tanneries.

 A wine tasting course to discover Auvergne wines

Recently awarded the Vignobles et Découvertes label, the vineyards of Auvergne have nothing to be ashamed of in terms of production. Its volcanic past has given it basaltic and granite soils, giving the wines fruity, spicy notes.

At Héritage Volcanic, Etienne Rachez will tell you all about these wines, from growing the vines to tasting them.

 Meet our producers

In the Auvergne, food is no joke. Cheese, charcuterie, honey, oil and even saffron, our producers will be delighted to welcome you and show you their products made with love.

The best restaurant addresses

Valentine’s Day means dinner for two in a restaurant. Here too, Terra Volcana has something to delight your taste buds.

Whether you’re a bon vivant in search of authenticity and local produce, or a discerning palate in search of refined cuisine, our restaurateurs look forward to welcoming you to their tables.