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Rent a cottage for your vacations in Cantal in France

A change of scenery in France in a gite

Do you dream of a place to recharge your batteries? A region where life is good, where nature offers its visitors grandiose landscapes to discover, with a warm welcome and exquisite gastronomy of international fame. No need to renew your passport, because this dream place is located in France, in the heart of the Massif Central: the Cantal opens its doors to you to enjoy unforgettable vacations! You will surely find a gite to change air and decompress.

In the heart of the Auvergne in the Massif Central, the Cantal gathers very many assets. With, first of all, its location which makes it an easily accessible department thanks to the railway network via Clermont-Ferrand, Aurillac, Saint-Flour or Figeac and also thanks to the motorway network (A71, A89, A62). Located in the center of France, the Cantal attracts more and more French and foreign visitors wishing to enjoy a few days of vacation in an exceptional environment within an authentic place as can be offered by a cottage. New travelers and vacationers already adept of the landscapes that the Cantal offers, will be able to enjoy the traditions, but also the novelties of the region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Outdoor activities around the Auvergne volcanoes, sports activities such as hiking, swimming, canoeing and kayaking, or cultural activities such as visits to beautiful villages and their historical monuments… the Cantal has a thousand and one surprises to enchant young and old in search of a change of scenery. Without even having to take a plane!

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Find the rental of your dreams in the Massif Central in France

What better way to enjoy the magical place that is the Cantal, than to rent a gite near exceptional natural sites and small charming villages. For a couple, a family or a larger group, there are many rentals adapted to the type of vacation you are looking for. Do you want to completely disconnect from your daily life and take in the lazy days and invigorating air of the Massif Central? Or on the contrary, do you want to enjoy the many sports, culinary and cultural activities? There is a gite, chalet or guest rooms for you, your family or your friends. Separate or grouped gites, you can choose from a multitude of rentals. Whether it’s proximity to a pool or hiking trails, bike rentals, the ability to have delicious barbecues, the ability to book activities with locals who know their area inside and out… you’re sure to find the gite or rental of your dreams! Are you looking for a simple and rustic rental? Or perhaps you would like a rental with a higher level of comfort? A gite with a fully equipped kitchen, an Internet access, a private terrace, or a jacuzzi… many possibilities are offered to you to enjoy your vacations in the Cantal in your own way.

A thousand and one activities for an unforgettable vacation

Imagine being able to wake up in a gite or rental during your vacation in the middle of nature just a few minutes from the Monts du Cantal, Puy Mary de Vic-Sur-Cère. This is what the Cantal offers all year round to its visitors whether they come from France or elsewhere. The nature lovers will be able to visit one of the natural treasures that France offers with the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park in mind to indulge in unforgettable hikes and why not walk to the top of the Plomb du Cantal, the regional highest point. In the heart of the Saint-Flour Countries, not to be missed either, lies the incomparable and majestic beauty of the Truyère gorges punctuated by the lakes of Garabit-Grandval, Lanau and Sarrans. Sports enthusiasts will be able to enjoy the clear water and take advantage of the very numerous water activities :

  • fishing,
  • swimming,
  • canoe, kayak, catamaran, dinghy or paddle rental
  • water skiing…

Gastronomy and French history

Lovers of old stones and cultural holidays will not be left out! Saint-Flour and its natural ramparts of volcanic origin and its Saint-Pierre cathedral; Salers, a medieval village among the most beautiful in France; the narrow streets of Tournemire and the tumultuous history of the castle of Anjony… A piece of history is hidden around every corner. Among the largest towns in the region, the town of Murat and its medieval city of the 14th century is not to be missed for its charm, its tales and legends throughout local history. For art and theater aficionados: Aurillac is waiting for you. Equipped with a Museum of Volcanoes, a Museum of Art and Archaeology, an Art Festival showcasing pictorial works throughout the prefecture city, Aurillac also hosts since 1986 every August the International Street Theater Festival offering shows that will seduce a wide audience, from the youngest to the oldest!”

The Cantal is also (and above all) an exceptional gastronomy that radiates far beyond the borders of France. Savory mouths will delight in the countless PDO cheeses of Auvergne, Salers meat or the traditional pounti (salted cake made with pork and chard). Sweet tooths will enjoy the famous macaroons of Massiac. Incomparable local pastry composed of two shells both crunchy and melting. A delight.

Nature, culture, taste bud delights for young and old, you will spend a unique vacation in the Cantal. We are waiting for you with open arms!

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