September · October · NovemberRight now
Auvergne in autumn
The best season for photos. Red beech forests, the stags' rut, mushroom fairs, herds coming down from the pastures.
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Through the seasons
Things to do in Auvergne, season by season
The climate decides everything here: a waterfall frozen in January becomes a swimming spot in July, a royal pass in September closes two months later. We've sorted Auvergne by season, with the weather, the festivals and the addresses that fit the moment. You pick the time of year, we take you there.
December · January · February
Auvergne in winter
Wild Auvergne. Cross-country rather than downhill skiing, snowshoes at sunrise, soup by the fire. And open-air baths at the hot springs.
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March · April · May
Auvergne in spring
The season when Auvergne wakes up. Lakes still on the chilly side, hikes along the melting snow, transhumance in May.
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June · July · August
Auvergne in summer
The peak season. Swimmable lakes (Aydat, Chambon, the Allier beaches), festivals in every village, night markets on Wednesdays in Murol and Salers. Book 2 to 3 months ahead for the centre of the tourist towns.
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