Les Salins Travel Guide
Clermont-Ferrand
Popular places to visit
Place de Jaude
Visit one of Clermont-Ferrand’s major squares. Come in the daytime to enjoy its cosmopolitan feel and take in the sights, including statues of French heroes.
Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral
Built entirely from black lava stone, this imposing Gothic cathedral stands on a hill in the city center, facing toward the Puy de Dôme volcano.
Notre Dame du Port
Considered one of the Auvergne region’s best examples of Romanesque architecture, this magnificent church draws thousands of visitors each year.
Jardin Lecoq
In the center of Clermont-Ferrand is a green space perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle of the streets. Relax here with a book after a hearty lunch.
Vercingétorix Statue
In the Place de Jaude is a monument to France’s original Gallic hero, a statue created by the same sculptor behind the Statue of Liberty.
Montjuzet Park
See the best sites of Clermont-Ferrand from the summit of this urban park. Explore the stunning array of plants or stop for a picnic.
Top hotels in Les Salins
Kyriad Prestige Clermont-Ferrand
It was a little further from the old town than we had hoped. If there on business, a good place to stay.
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Clermont-Ferrand Centre by IHG
Parking 5-10 minutes from hotel, pay around 10 euros a day. Breakfast was varied and good.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2025
GRAND MESS Clermont-Ferrand
Perfect and very clean
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
Aiden by Best Western Clermont-Ferrand Hotel & Spa
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour en famille dans cet hôtel, accompagnés de notre chat, et tout a été parfait ! L’accueil a été chaleureux et attentionné dès notre arrivée, avec même quelques petites attentions pour notre compagnon à quatre pattes. La chambre était spacieuse, propre et très bien ...
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025
Kyriad ECO - Clermont Ferrand Estaing
Fantastic stay, friendly staff and very clean would highly recommend
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025
Kyriad Clermont-Ferrand-Sud-La Pardieu
Hôtel très accueillant. Personnel parfait. Chambre très moderne spacieuse et confortable
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Les Salins
Vallières
While Vallières may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Place de Jaude and Maison de la Culture.
Clermont Ferrand City Centre
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Clermont Ferrand City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Place de Jaude or Notre Dame du Port.
Blatin
While Blatin isn't home to many top sights, Place de Jaude and Notre Dame du Port are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sablon - Trudaine
While you're in Sablon - Trudaine, take in top sights like Jardin Lecoq and jump on the metro at Clermont-Uni-T2C Tram Stop to see more of the city.
La Gare
While La Gare isn't home to many top sights, Stade Marcel Michelin and Notre Dame du Port are some notable places to visit nearby.
Montjuzet
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Montjuzet and surrounding area, you can visit Place de Jaude and Notre Dame du Port.
