Montferrand
A medieval new town merged into Clermont in 1731. Its grid-pattern streets preserve many Gothic and Renaissance mansions, and it attracts fewer tourists.
Montferrand was planned in the 12th century by the Counts of Auvergne and was not merged with Clermont until 1731, when the combined city became Clermont-Ferrand. The old town still has its grid-pattern streets. Around Rue Rodade and Grande Rue, dozens of 15th- to 17th-century noble mansions are worth a closer look for their carved doorways, spiral staircases in courtyards and half-timbered houses. The tourist office offers guided tours in summer. Nearby are the Roger-Quilliot Art Museum and the Michelin Adventure Museum. It is about 3 km from Place de Jaude and can be reached on Tram Line A. Rugby fans can also stop by the Stade Marcel-Michelin.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- L'Aventure Michelin
- Basilica of Notre-Dame du Port
- Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral
- Place de Jaude
- Plateau de Gergovie
- Riom Old Town
- Château de Tournoël
- Puy de Pariou