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A reinforced concrete structure, built in 1934. It allows you to cross over the Allier River to the charming medieval village of Auzon.

Mailhat is a small village of 50 inhabitants which is worth a detour for its beautiful Romanesque arkose church, Notre-Dame-de-Mailhat, with its original architecture.

A small hamlet built in the Middle Ages around a castle-farm and its church, La Chapelle-sur-Usson constitutes an entry point to the Monts du Forez

Usson is a beautiful village perched on a volcanic peak facing the Chaîne des Puys, the Monts Dore, and the Cézallier Plateau. It was once the site of a castle where Queen Margot was exiled for 19 years. If you're looking for a sightseeing and historical stop, Usson offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, and you can visit the Saint-Maurice church, the remains of the ramparts, and the statue of the Virgin Mary overlooking the village.

At the crossroads of the Limagne plain and the slopes of Livradois, Auzon bears witness to its medieval remains, including certain historical monuments: a church, a castle and winding, cobbled streets. This small town between land and rocks is worth the detour.

Perched on a volcanic peak, the place of exile of Queen Margot for 19 years, the village of Usson is one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France.

The climb to the Pic d'Usson is 2.2 km long with a total drop of about 170 m. The average gradient is 7-8% with steeper sections of 12%.

Small road along the river with a view of the village of Auzon, above.