Discovery of the medieval village of Salers
Perched in the heart of the Auvergne volcanoes, the medieval village of Salers invites you on a real journey through time. Listed among the Most Beautiful Villages in France, Salers seduces with its preserved architecture and breathtaking panoramas.
Between medieval heritage, spectacular landscapes and local flavors, Salers, less than 45 minutes from the Logis Hôtel La Thomasse, has everything to please!
The Auvergne city was born in the feudal era and has managed to keep its architecture intact. Visiting it is like going back in time!
Stroll through its narrow streets lined with turreted houses, cross the Belfry or the Porte de la Martille to enter the upper town.
On the main square, the statue of Tyssandier d'Escous reminds you that you are in the land of the famous Salers red cows.
Enter its church, which houses a splendid 15th-century tomb, composed of nine life-size figures, and admire the tapestries and ancient statues.
If you want a breathtaking view of the Maronne and Aspre valleys, climb to the top of the Barrouze esplanade.
This natural belvedere offers a spectacular panorama of the Cantal mountains, a real call to escape.
Let yourself be charmed by these grandiose landscapes surrounding the village and set off to discover the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park, where the Puy Mary peaks at 1,787 meters!
Don't leave Salers without visiting its restored old burons. They will immerse you in the history of Salers cheese and gentian.
In summer, you will even have the chance to taste an authentic truffade, an emblematic dish of the region made with potatoes, garlic and fresh tome!
Book one of the 21 rooms at the Logis Hôtel La Thomasse***, located 500 meters from the city center of Aurillac, to fully enjoy your stay in Cantal.
Between medieval heritage, spectacular landscapes and local flavors, Salers, less than 45 minutes from the Logis Hôtel La Thomasse, has everything to please!
Salers, a unique architectural heritage
The Auvergne city was born in the feudal era and has managed to keep its architecture intact. Visiting it is like going back in time!
Stroll through its narrow streets lined with turreted houses, cross the Belfry or the Porte de la Martille to enter the upper town.
On the main square, the statue of Tyssandier d'Escous reminds you that you are in the land of the famous Salers red cows.
Enter its church, which houses a splendid 15th-century tomb, composed of nine life-size figures, and admire the tapestries and ancient statues.
A breathtaking panorama from the heights of Salers
If you want a breathtaking view of the Maronne and Aspre valleys, climb to the top of the Barrouze esplanade.
This natural belvedere offers a spectacular panorama of the Cantal mountains, a real call to escape.
Let yourself be charmed by these grandiose landscapes surrounding the village and set off to discover the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park, where the Puy Mary peaks at 1,787 meters!
Discovering the sagra region
Don't leave Salers without visiting its restored old burons. They will immerse you in the history of Salers cheese and gentian.
In summer, you will even have the chance to taste an authentic truffade, an emblematic dish of the region made with potatoes, garlic and fresh tome!
Book one of the 21 rooms at the Logis Hôtel La Thomasse***, located 500 meters from the city center of Aurillac, to fully enjoy your stay in Cantal.
