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Former ramparts converted into a green space overlooking the surrounding area

You can stop at the village bakery

Wear sturdy footwear and bring plenty of water and food. There are no restaurants or cafes nearby.

Come and see the little Versailles Auvergne with its magnificent library and its park

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.

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.

You may have a photo book in English for during the tour.

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%.