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Clermont-Ferrand Car Hire

Discount Car Hire in Clermont-Ferrand

Clermont-Ferrand rests in a large plain which is sandwiched between a dormant volacano-range, Chaîne des Puys, to its west and the mountains of national park, Livradois-Forez, to its east. This metropolitan area was once two, separate rival cities, Clermont and Montferrand, and in the 17th century they were united by Louis XIII. A massive 13th century church, Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption de Clermont, prominently stands in the old town with its monumental spires soaring high into the sky. With a car hire in Clermont-Ferrand, you will be able to tour the city and the picturesque, surrounding mountains freely.

Travelling in Clermont-Ferrand with a Car Hire

The Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption de Clermont is a prominent feature of the cityscape; it stands out because of its colossal size and its dark gray tone. Volcanic stone was used in constructing this Gothic church, an undertaking that took 7 centuries to complete. Another impressive piece of religious architecture is the Notre-Dame-du-Port. It was built in the 12th century in a Romanesque style, using an assortment of oatmeal toned, rectangular stones.

Be sure to take the time to stroll through the city's most popular plaza, Place Jaude. Here you will find great shopping along the tree lined square and notice the high-reaching mountains off in the distance. A figure of Vercingetorix, a Gallic leader and warrior from 45 BC, stands tall in Place Jaude; the same sculpter, Frédéric Bartholdi, who created the Statue of Liberty forged this monument.

Useful Distances and Day Trip Ideas in Clermont-Ferrand

• Limoges 175 km
• Lyon 175 km
• Bourges 190 km
• Montpellier 330 km

Car Hire in Clermont-Ferrand with Auto Europe

Grab yourself some lunch to go, and throw your backpack in your Auto Europe car hire. Just a short drive from the city centre lands you in prime hiking territory, and you will enjoy eating your hard earned lunch atop a mountain while looking out onto breathtaking panoramas. Auto Europe has the lowest auto rental rates in the industry, and we back this promise up with our Beat Rate Guarantee. Book your car hire online, and if you have any questions and/or concerns, contact Auto Europe toll-free at 1300 656 601 (Australia Only).