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The Bounou Rock is both a geological and historical curiosity. It is the remains of the ancient Rochelaure castle, built on a granite tor, that is, on a rocky relief that was formed by the erosion of the surrounding soil.

The birthplace of General Lafayette (who played a crucial role in the American War of Independence) is here in a tiny Auvergne village.

The current church was built in the 11th century by very influential families. It was undoubtedly an important place of passage. It depended on the Cluniac monastery of Sainte-Croix de Lavoûte-Chilhac. The latter is located 30 kilometers as the crow flies. It is surely to Odilon de Mercoeur, fifth abbot of Cluny that we owe its construction.

If in Auvergne there are several personalities who have marked history, the Marquis de Lafayette is one of the most important. Both a great craftsman in the American Revolutionary War and a leading figure during the French Revolution, he was born and spent his childhood here. If history buffs choose to visit the castle, the more athletic can take advantage of the nature around the castle to run in the footsteps of the childhood of the “hero of two worlds”.

If in Auvergne there are several personalities who have marked history, the Marquis de Lafayette is one of the most important. Both a great craftsman in the American Revolutionary War and a leading figure during the French Revolution, the "hero of two worlds" was born and spent his childhood here. His story is obviously fascinating and you can walk around the castle to discover the environment in which he grew up but also visit the castle to learn more.

14th century fortified house bearing the label "Maison des Illustres". This is where General La Fayette was born. The park, labeled "Remarkable Garden", is one of the few in Haute-Loire to be open to the public. http://www.chateau-lafayette.com/

Tap fresh water from the spring, rest on the bench by the Allier, cross the bridge and admire the impressive hexagonal basalt blocks from the suddenly cooled volcanic vents - then it's time for the winding climb to the Col.

Prades beach is located on the banks of the Allier facing an impressive basalt rock. It's an ideal place for a break.