Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral
Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption de Clermont-Ferrand
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A Gothic cathedral created from volcanic rocks.

📜 Gothic cathedral and French national monument in Clermont-Ferrand.
🔍 Constructed entirely from black lava rocks, featuring twin spires soaring to 96.1 meters.

Why Go

⛪ Unique architecture built from black lava stone.
✨ Impressive 13th and 14th century stained glass windows.
🕰️ Features a 16th-century clock with automatons.
🏛️ Rich history, with construction starting in 1248 and a 10th-century crypt.

Why Avoid

🚶‍♀️ Uphill walk from the train station.
☁️ Interior can be somber and shadowy due to dark stone columns.

Tips

⬆️ North tower climb available for a small fee.
📍 Located in the historic city center on Place de la Victoire.

Cost

💰 Small fee to climb the north tower.

Last updated 9 days ago

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