University of Auvergne, Clermont-Ferrand

#36 among attractions in Clermont-Ferrand

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The University of Auvergne, also known as “Universite d'Auvergne Clermont-Ferrand I” or Clermont-Ferrand I, was a French public university, based in Clermont-Ferrand, in the region of Auvergne. It was under the Academy of Clermont-Ferrand. It was the head of PRES Clermont Université consortium; PRES being the league of elite universities of France. On 1 January 2017, the university merged with Blaise Pascal University to form the University Clermont Auvergne. ()

Local name: Université d'Auvergne Established: 1519 (505 years ago)Coordinates: 45°46'19"N, 3°5'29"E

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1 Boulevard Lafayette BP 27Sablon - Trudaine (Lecoq)Clermont-Ferrand France

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University of Auvergne – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral, Basilica of Notre-Dame du Port, Centre Jaude, Stade Marcel-Michelin.

0.5 miNW
Iconic Gothic cathedral with twin spires
Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral, Clermont-Ferrand
14 min walk • The Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, is a gothic architectural marvel situated at the heart of the city of Clermont-Ferrand in France. Constructed from the distinctive black volcanic stone of the region, this...
0.6 miN
Romanesque basilica with religious art
Basilica of Notre-Dame du Port, Clermont-Ferrand
16 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Clermont-Ferrand, the Basilica of Notre-Dame du Port is a stunning example of Romanesque architecture and a beacon of spiritual heritage in France. This Catholic church, which dates back to the 11th and 12th centuries, has been a place of...
0.4 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Centre Jaude, Clermont-Ferrand
11 min walk • Jaude Centre is one of the most prominent shopping malls in Clermont-Ferrand, France. It is located in extreme south-East in the Jaude Square, in the city centre.
1.4 miNE
Specialty museum, Museum, Sport venue
Stade Marcel-Michelin, Clermont-Ferrand
36 min walk • The Stade Marcel-Michelin is a sports ground in Clermont-Ferrand, France. It has been the home of the French rugby union club ASM Clermont-Auvergne since its opening in 1911.
~1060 ftNW
Library
Bibliothèque du Patrimoine de Clermont Auvergne Métropole, Clermont-Ferrand
6 min walk • The Bibliothèque du Patrimoine de Clermont Auvergne Métropole is a public library in Clermont-Ferrand, France. Among the sixteen libraries of Clermont Auvergne Métropole Library System, this library is dedicated to Auvergne.
0.6 miNW
Opera, Concerts and shows, Theater
Opéra Municipal, Clermont-Ferrand
15 min walk • The Opera-Theatre of Clermont-Ferrand is located in the heart of the city, on the boulevard Desaix and on the place de Jaude. Under the impetus of the municipality led by Amédée Gasquet, it was built between 1891 and 1894.
0.6 miN
Botanical garden
Jardin botanique d'Auvergne, Clermont-Ferrand
17 min walk • The Jardin botanique d'Auvergne, also known as the Jardin botanique d'essais de Royat-Charade, is a botanical garden located in Charade, Royat, Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne, France.
1.2 miW
Church
Church of Our Lady, Clermont-Ferrand
31 min walk • The church Notre-Dame de Chamalières is a former Catholic collegiate church located in Chamalières, in the department of Puy-de-Dôme, France. It is classified as a historical monument in 1840.
0.6 miNW
Memorial
Statue équestre de Vercingétorix, Clermont-Ferrand
15 min walk • The equestrian statue of Vercingetorix is a bronze equestrian statue installed in 1903 in Clermont-Ferrand, on the Place de Jaude, sculpted by Auguste Bartholdi, and representing Vercingetorix, leader of the Arvernes and victor of the siege ...
0.6 miNW
Church
Église Saint-Pierre-des-Minimes, Clermont-Ferrand
17 min walk • The Saint-Pierre-des-Minimes church is a church located in Clermont-Ferrand, whose eastern entrance is located on the Place de Jaude.
~1620 ftSW
Forts and castles
Château de Rabanesse, Clermont-Ferrand
8 min walk • The castle of Rabanesse is a castle located in Place Louise Bourgeois in Clermont-Ferrand, France. It is listed as a historical monument since 2009.

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Which popular attractions are close to University of Auvergne?

Nearby attractions include Bibliothèque du Patrimoine de Clermont Auvergne Métropole, Clermont-Ferrand (6 min walk), École nationale supérieure d'architecture de Clermont-Ferrand, Clermont-Ferrand (8 min walk), Château de Rabanesse, Clermont-Ferrand (8 min walk), Hôtel Cote-Blatin, Clermont-Ferrand (9 min walk).

How to get to University of Auvergne by public transport?

The nearest stations to University of Auvergne:

Bus

Barrière d'Issoire • Lines: 13 (3 min walk)
Universités • Lines: Ben (4 min walk)

Tram

Universités • Lines: A (4 min walk)
Maison de la Culture • Lines: A (9 min walk)

Train

Clermont-La Rotonde (7 min walk)
Clermont-Ferrand (18 min walk)