Riom

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Riom which includes outdoor eating, a city and signage
Riom which includes outdoor eating and a city as well as a small group of people
Riom featuring wildflowers and a fountain
Riom
Église St-Amable which includes a church or cathedral and interior views

The one-time capital of the Duchy of Auvergne, Riom's center features historic architecture, centuries-old churches, and a Renaissance clock tower.

Although the walls that enclosed it are long gone, Riom’s elegant historic core is still beautifully intact. Admire historic buildings that are rich in fine detail, browse the collections at regional museums and escape to nearby nature sites.

The town of Riom developed in the Middle Ages around the Église St-Amable, which held the relics of the Riom-born saint and still serves as a pilgrimage site. Riom later became the capital of Auvergne, and during its time as the administrative center, lots of townhouses and notable structures were built here.

Explore the old town on foot and seek out some of the architectural highlights. Look for the 16th-century Hôtel de Ville and Hôtel Guymoneau, the latter of which is known for the spiral staircase of its inner courtyard, which features intricate reliefs.

The old town has several churches of note. Peek inside the Notre-Dame-du-Marthuret Church to view the 14th-century Black Madonna icon. The church is also home to a copy of the Vierge à l’Oiseau statue, which shows the Virgin Mary and Jesus together with a bird.

Climb up the steps to the top of the Tour de l’Horloge, a Renaissance-era clock tower made of stone. From the viewing platform, gaze out over the town. Also of interest is the Gothic Sainte Chapelle. Once part of the duke’s palace, it now sits on the edge of the Jardin de l’Hôtel de Ville and is still fitted with 15th-century stained-glass windows. Culture enthusiasts, meanwhile, will want to browse the exhibits at the art-centric Musée Mandet and the Musée Régional d’Auvergne.

If you want to escape to nature while in Riom, you don’t have to go far. Trek to waterfalls in the Gorges d'Enval or make the 30-minute drive to Gour de Tazenat, an almost perfectly circular volcanic lake.

Riom is about 10 miles (16 kilometers) north of Clermont-Ferrand in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of central France. To get here, ride the train to Gare de Riom-Chatel-Guyon. The old town area is walkable.

Kyriad Clermont Ferrand Nord - Riom

Kyriad Clermont Ferrand Nord - Riom

3 out of 5
6, rue Louis Armstrong, Sortie 13 sur A.71, Riom, Puy-de-Dome
The price is P4,788 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
P4,788
P5,400 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
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Ace Hôtel Riom

Ace Hôtel Riom

3 out of 5
Rue Georges Gershwin, Riom, Puy-de-Dome
The price is P3,810 per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
P3,810
P4,324 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
includes taxes & fees
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8.8/10 Excellent! (600 reviews)
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Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

Ace Hôtel Riom
Campanile Clermont Ferrand Nord- Riom

Campanile Clermont Ferrand Nord- Riom

3 out of 5
4 rue Louis Armstrong, Riom, Puy-de-Dome
The price is P4,214 per night from Sep 19 to Sep 20
P4,214
P4,769 total
Sep 19 - Sep 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Riom. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Musée Mandet and Musée Regional d'Auvergne ...
8/10 Very Good! (581 reviews)
Handy location
"Travel stay over, staff friendly- convenient location"

Reviewed on Nov 28, 2024

Campanile Clermont Ferrand Nord- Riom
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Apparthotel Privilodges Carré de Jaude

Apparthotel Privilodges Carré de Jaude

3 out of 5
7 Avenue Julien, Clermont-Ferrand, Puy-de-Dome
Stay at this 3-star residence in Clermont-Ferrand. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (468 reviews)
"Nice place to stay, comfortable and clean."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

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Garden & City Clermont Ferrand Gerzat

3 out of 5
Route de Vichy, Gerzat
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly residence in Gerzat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Gabriel Montpied Stadium and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (694 reviews)
Ok for one night.
"An ok stay for one night. Rooms quite basic but clean. No pans to cook things in the oven but otherwise kitchen well equipped."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

Garden & City Clermont Ferrand Gerzat
Séjours & Affaires Clermont-Ferrand Park Republique

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2 out of 5
117 Avenue De La Republique, Clermont-Ferrand, Puy-de-Dome
Stay at this aparthotel in Clermont-Ferrand. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Stade Marcel Michelin and Parc des Sports ...
8/10 Very Good! (299 reviews)
Pleased, more than expected.
"Didn’t know what to expect as it appeared to be an apartment. It was and had all that you needed from a kitchen etc. would stay again."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2024

Séjours & Affaires Clermont-Ferrand Park Republique
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