Billom and Lezoux

50 minutes from your hotel-restaurant La Clairière are the pretty villages of Billom and Lezoux.

Billom and Lezoux, in the heart of Livradois-Forez, are rich in history and know-how. Billom, a charming medieval town, is the capital of pink garlic. This local product is appreciated for its exceptional taste qualities.

Every summer, the Billom market offers pink garlic directly from the producers. The Garlic Fair, an annual event, attracts many visitors. Tastings and traditional entertainment punctuate this friendly gathering.

Lezoux has been renowned for its ceramic crafts since Gallo-Roman times. The Ceramics Museum exhibits ancient and contemporary creations. Workshops allow you to discover this ancestral art.

The clay-limestone soils and the local climate favor the pink garlic of Billom. Local production guarantees exceptional freshness and quality. A tradition preserved with pride.

In Lezoux, the sigillata ceramics, famous for their red tint and raised patterns, impress visitors. Antique pieces bear witness to the importance of this art. More than 1200 potters have left their mark there.

For a gourmet break, the restaurant of the Hotel La Clairière in Chambon-sur-Dolore offers tasty local specialties. Its warm setting completes the experience. An ideal stop after visiting the cities.

Billom and Lezoux combine heritage, local produce and culture in a picturesque setting. Discover the local history, flavours and crafts. An enriching stay awaits you in the heart of Auvergne.