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Details
Le Moulin des Gardelles Riom
Average rating
45
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Description
Situated between Volvic and Riom, 15 minutes from Clermont-Ferrand, Le Moulin des Gardelles is a family-run hotel with a welcoming atmosphere.
Guestrooms are comfortable and have views over the surrounding countryside. They feature an en suite bathroom, flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a work desk. There is Wi-Fi internet access and free tea and coffee is available in all rooms.
In the morning enjoy the hearty buffet breakfast. Savour a delicious meal in the Gardelles' gourmet restaurant. This offers a wonderful selection of regional dishes, prepared with only the freshest local ingredients.
As well as friendly and efficient service, the Moulin also offers a library and a garden featuring games to keep your children entertained.
The Moulin des Gardelles is the ideal base from which to explore the surrounding area. Close by are the towns of Volvic, famous for its mineral water and Riom, well-known for its art. There is also easy access to Puy de Dôme region. |
Surrounding Area
The auvergne volcanoes
The European volcano theme park, Vulcania, is 20 minutes from the hôtel, with a view over the "open air volcano", the lemptegy.
Sports and entertainment
Enjoy the countryside by relaxing and having a good time. Go hiking in the Puy de Dôme and enjoy the gorgeous view over the chain of the Puys.
The Rando-Volvic hiking trips with guides (summer), Moutain bike trails in the volcano park.
Climb in the trees of the Parc Ecureuil with different courses.
Motor sports
The karting race track of the famous motorcycle racer Christian Sarron is 5 minutes from the hôtel where you will be thrilled by driving or learning how to drive.
Quad excursions outdoors.
Culture and roman art
The Mozac Abbey (the oldest clunisian abbey in Auvergne ) is 2 minutes from the hôtel. The Tournoël Castel, the Chazeron Castel, The Veygoux Manor and many other sites are close attractions in the region.
The former Auvergne region capital: Riom is known for its art, church and the old fashioned houses.
Stone and water from volvic
The famous Volvic stone used in many places in the world, the stone museum: hike near the lava flow of the volcano. Stone-cutters, Sculptors, Lava stone painter in the town of Volvic.
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Transport
By car:
From Paris, follow the A71, from Lyon or Bordeaux the A89, from Montpellier the A75 Exit N°13 RIOM. Then Follow the signs to the city of Volvic; the Hôtel is in the "Espace Mozac" on the left after the Leclerc shopping centre.
Clermont-Ferrand 15 mn
Vulcania Park 20 mn
Paris: 3h30 - Lyon: 2h00 - Bordeaux: 4h00 - Montpellier 3h30.
By plane:
15km from Clermont-Ferrand aiport ( Aulnat )
By Train:
3 km from Riom SNCF train station - 15 km from Clermont-Ferrand Train station. |
Restaurants
Specialty:
Hot Goat's Cheese Toast with Honey and Gingerbread;
Home-made mix of Salmon and Smoked Trout;
Roasted Magret Duck with Honey and Raspberry Vinegar;
Bass Fillet with Fennel.
Aumonière of Smoked Salmon with Green Lentils and Hazelnuts;
Poultry Dish with Cabbage au Gratin of Saint-Nectaire Cheese;
Regional Cheese;
Choice of Desserts.
Selection of the best wines from Auvergne.
For your family or business meals you can book our dining room with a vaulted ceiling in the restaurant. |
Important
The restaurant is closed on Sunday evenings from September until June. It is open for both lunch and dinner for the rest of the year. |
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Types of rooms- Double Room
2 people max. This room features a view of the garden and includes a desk, a wardrobe and a private bathroom.
- Single Room
1 people max. This room features a view of the garden and includes a desk, a wardrobe and a private bathroom.
- Connecting Rooms (2 adults+2 children)
2 people max. These connecting rooms each include a TV and private bathroom.
- Connecting Rooms (4 persons)
4 people max. These connecting rooms each include a TV and private bathroom.
- Triple Room
3 people max. This room opens onto the garden and has a private bathroom.
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