The pictures don't do it justice, it is a truly unique form of art combing the use of mother nature, technique and patience.

Very interesting site. However there are too many people in each tour and the explanations take too much time.

Interesting to see how sculptures were made through petrifying. Not to mention this has been done for over 200 years through 7 generations! Explanation was clear and available in booklet form in English, Dutch, German, etc. Be aware the first film is only in French and theres not much explanation about it in the multilingual booklet. Overal, learned a lot from this visit. 10/10 would recommend this unique place.

Amazing place fot.an amazing art/technology I never knee existed. Check the opening hours to make sure you have enough time to take the entire site.

We did not expect much from the petrifying fountains of Saint-Nectaire and we have been stunned by the tour. The visit is relatively quick but you can spend time at your pace to admire the caves and the fountains. It was very informative and we learnt a lot about the techniques used to create the art work. It could be a pricey and expect to buy something at the end in the gift soft. Recommended for everyone

A really interesting visit with a lot of information in English and the multi lingual guide answered all our questions. Fascinating and unique; worth every cent!

I need to say that we were welcomed with very inappropiate behaviors towards our children. The set up is appreciable and it is obvious that lots of hard work has been put into the building, though the exhibition is very much about art. The productions are amazing but I was more about the caves themselves and geological formation which are a very minor part of the visit, despite the advertisement.

Nice staff, good atmosphere, reasonably food at very fair prices. Casino have good selection of gaming machines and a nice blackjack table

(Translated by Google) For a town like St Nectaire it is very good to have a casino Little background music Visit at the beginning of the afternoon, calm atmosphere for a Friday It feels like a casino from another era, but ultimately it doesn't bother me. (Original) Pour une commune comme st nectaire c est très bien d avoir un casino Petite musique de fond Visite en début d après midi ambiance calme pour un vendredi On a l impression d être dans un casino d une autre époque mais en fin de compte ça ne me dérange pas

(Translated by Google) Small casino with only about twenty machines, great atmosphere with a little music in the background. Parking close to the entrance; it's a shame there's no disabled access and there are stairs. The staff is very friendly. (Original) Petit casino avec seulement une vingtaine de machines, ambiance top avec une petite musique en fond Parking proche de l’entrée dommage qu’il n’y ait pas d’accès PMR et que ce soit des escaliers. Le personnel est très souriant

(Translated by Google) Countryside casino and nice place to spend a relaxing time. The welcome was up to par. However, some machines require a little maintenance because the interior lighting is missing. There weren't many people there, which gave us the opportunity to see all the machines and try them out. For a village like St. Nectaire, it's perfect! (Original) Casino de campagne et endroit sympa pour passer un moment de détente. L accueil était à la hauteur. Cependant certaines machines nécessitent un peu de maintenance car il manque de l éclairage à l intérieur de la machine. Il n y avait pas grand monde ce qui donne l occasion de voir toutes les machines et de les essayer. Pour un village comme st nectaire c est parfait !

(Translated by Google) Quiet casino with few machines but pleasant to spend the afternoon. No loyalty card but self-service coffee. (Original) Casino au calme avec peu de machines mais agréable pour passer l après midi.Pas de carte de fidélité mais café en libre service.

(Translated by Google) We came for a mussels and fries evening with 80s music. We made a reservation for 8:30 p.m. There was no atmosphere; the couple in charge of entertainment only played soft music on their sound system. I hope the service was free for the casino. As for the restaurant, we waited 45 minutes before being served after our complaint. The staff was very nice but overwhelmed because only two people were there to serve. The mussels weren't cooked. Only cooked in their own water. Not a shallot, an onion, aromatic herbs, or even a little white wine. They were bland, and the mussels, which weren't in their own juices, were dry. It was a real shame because the teaspoon of ratatouille was well seasoned. So they do have herbs in the kitchen. The plate of fries was sparse. In the end, for a meal costing 14 euros, not including drinks, and normally with entertainment, you could be really disappointed 😞. Service at 9:30 p.m., and by 10:15 p.m. we were home. (Original) Nous sommes venus pour une soirée moules frites avec animation musicale des années 80. Réservation faite pour 20h30. Zéro ambiance, le couple chargé de l'animation passait seulement des morceaux en sourdine sur leur sono. J'espère que la prestation était gratuite pour le casino. Pour le restaurant, nous avons attendu 45 minutes avant d'être servi après notre réclamation. Le personnel était très gentil mais débordé car seulement 2 pour le service. Les moules n'étaient pas cuisinées. Seulement cuitent dans leur eau. Pas une échalote ou un oignon ou des herbes aromatiques ni même un peu de vin blanc. Fade et les moules qui n'étaient pas dans leur jus étaient sèches. Vraiment dommage parce ce que la petite cuillère de ratatouille était bien assaisonné. Donc ils ont des aromates en cuisine. L'assiette des frites était clairsemée. Au final pour un plat à 14 euros hors boisson et avec normalement une animation, on peut être vraiment déçu 😞. Service à 21h30, et à 22h 15 on était rentré.

(Translated by Google) Very small casino located in Saint Nectaire. Pros: - Casino not very busy (maybe more so during high season) - Parking Cons: - Few slot machines (about 25), and some are quite old - No ATMs inside the casino (Original) Tout petit casino situé à Saint Nectaire. Les + : - Casino assez peu fréquenté (peut être plus en haute saison) - Parking Les - : - Peu de machines à sous ( environ 25) et pour une partie ce sont des machines assez anciennes - Pas de DAB à l'intérieur du casino

(Translated by Google) excellent seller 😉👍who made us taste several kinds of cheeses, very warm welcome, beautiful store, I highly recommend (Original) excellent vendeur 😉👍qui nous a fait déguster plusieurs sortes de fromages très bon accueil, beau magasin, je recommande fortement

(Translated by Google) We stopped at this local produce store You will find a wide choice of cheeses, wines, honey, sausages from the region You can also find other little things as souvenirs of the region The staff are friendly and welcoming Prices are correct (Original) Nous nous sommes arrêté dans ce magasin de produits locaux Vous y trouverez un large choix de fromages, de vins, de miel, de saucissons de la région Vous pourrez également trouver d'autres petites choses en souvenir de la région Le personnel est sympathique et accueillant Les prix sont correct

(Translated by Google) Superb grocery store in the heart of Saint-Nectaire. A wide range of local products. Special mention to Fabienne who was incredibly kind. And they send their products by express post everywhere in France ;) ❤️❤️ I really recommend. (Original) Superbe épicerie en plein cœur de Saint-Nectaire. Une large gamme de produits du terroir local. Mention toute spéciale à Fabienne qui a été d’une gentillesse incroyable. Et ils envoient leurs produits par la poste en express partout en France ;) ❤️❤️ Je recommande vraiment.

(Translated by Google) Very pretty shop, cheese and delicatessen, open all year!!!! Everything is very good and of high quality, very good culinary advice too, thank you for the raclette with Saint Nectaire, the Saint Nectaire with raw milk to snack on, the Cantal for the truffade!!!! 😋😋😋 Really a place to stop!!!! Even if there are a few kilometers to go, make the effort you will not be disappointed 🤗 (Original) Très jolie boutique, fromage et épicerie fine, ouverte toute l'année !!!! Tout est très bon et de qualité, de très bon conseil culinaires aussi, merci pour la raclette au st nectaire, le Saint nectaire au lait cru à grignoter, le cantal pour la truffade !!!! 😋😋😋 Vraiment un lieu où il faut s'arrêter !!!! Même si il y a quelques kilomètres à faire, faites l'effort vous serez pas déçu 🤗

(Translated by Google) After eating at the restaurant opposite. We went to the musette store. Sausage, cheese, local products, souvenirs, jam, there’s something for everyone. Very pleasant staff. (Original) Après avoir mangé au restaurant en face. Nous avons fait la boutique la musette. Saucisson, fromage, produits locaux, souvenir, confiture, il y’en as pour tout les goût. Personnel très agréable.

(Translated by Google) A nice shop selling special products from the Saint-Nectaire area. Of course, there is a wide variety of cheese as well. Wine, herbs, lentils, and cute souvenirs too. (Original) サン・ネクテール近辺の特産品を販売している素敵なショップ。もちろん、チーズも種類が豊富。ワイン、ハーブ、レンズ豆、かわいいお土産も。

(Translated by Google) Superb grocery store with local products, the welcome was warm and we were delighted with our purchases! (Original) Superbe épicerie avec des produits locaux, l’accueil était chaleureux et nous avons été ravis de nos achats !

(Translated by Google) Really very nice example of a dolmen, situated in a moderately maintained park. At the beginning of Saint Nectaire take the road up to the church. Just before you get to the top turn right at a very small sign "dolmen". A very small road then leads to the park, where there is good parking space. You will see the dolmen immediately. (Original) Echt heel mooi voorbeeld van een dolmen, gelegen in een matig onderhouden park. Aan het begin van Saint Nectaire de weg naar boven naar de kerk nemen. Vlak voor je boven komt rechts afslaan bij een heel klein bordje "dolmen". Een heel klein weggetje leidt vervolgens naar het park, waar goede parkeerruimte is. Je ziet de dolmen dan onmiddellijk.

(Translated by Google) Children's games are not maintained The tennis court also the picnic tables are very high The place is good but considerably in maintenance (Original) Les jeux enfants ne sont pas entretenus Le terrain de tennis également les tables de pique nique sont très hautes Le lieu est bien mais considérablement d'entretien

(Translated by Google) A pretty little dolmen, but it is above all the setting in which it is located which is magnificent. A perfect little digestive stroll after a truffade. (Original) Un petit dolmen joli, mais c'est surtout l'écrin dans lequel il se situe qui est magnifique. Une petite balade digestive parfaite après une truffade.

(Translated by Google) We discovered this little park before heading to the petrifying fountains. We parked there, and a picnic table was ten minutes from the fountains. The children loved the little dolmen; there's also a playground. (Original) On a découvert ce petit parc avant d'aller aux fontaines petrifiantes. On s y est garé, table de pic nique a dix minutes des fontaines. Le petit dolmen a fait la joie des enfants, il y a un parc a jeux aussi

(Translated by Google) Small park with games for children and a walk that can take you all the way down to the dolmen! Nice to do. (Original) Petit parc avec jeu pour enfants et promenade qui peut vous amenez jusqu'en bas et bien le dolmen ! Sympa à faire.

(Translated by Google) Warning ⚠️ It's not practical at all in an all-terrain stroller! We experienced it this morning with our 1-month-old and 16-day-old baby. Initially it's accessible (road) but there are two sections (stony forest path++ and meadow with tall grass) which are absolutely not passable. My partner had to carry the stroller in his arms for 800m and I had to carry the baby in my arms. For that I'm only giving 2 stars because it's unacceptable to say that it's passable! Too bad because the dolmen is pretty and the walk too but I really didn't appreciate that we could emphasize the fact that it's passable when it's NOT. (Original) Attention ⚠️ Ce n'est pas pratique du tout en poussette tout terrain! Nous en avons fait l'expérience ce matin avec notre bébé de 1 mois et 16J. Au départ c'est accessible (route) mais il y a deux passages (chemin en forêt caillouteux++ et prairie avec herbes hautes) qui ne sont absolument pas carrossable. Mon conjoint a du porter la poussette à bras sur 800m et moi le bébé à bras. Pour cela je met que 2 étoile car c'est inadmissible de dire que c'est carrossable! Dommage car le dolmen est joli et la promenade aussi mais je n'ai vraiment pas apprécié qu'on puisse mettre en avant le fait que c'est carrossable alors que NON.

(Translated by Google) Incredibly old stone tomb, exciting and mystical. (Original) Wahnsinnig altes Steingrab, ausregend und mystisch.

Nice church, used for events. Unfortunately not very peaceful inside due to many loud people.

Arrived 17.28 so almost 30 min after closing. The church is beautiful. Towering over a valley

Amazing church. I recommend to visit.

Dominating the small village of St-Nectaire-le-Haut in the Auvergne region of southern France, Saint-Nectaire Church dates from the 12th century. It contains a fine set of Romanesque capitals and a treasury of medieval art. Located on high ground and surrounded by lush forests, the stately church of Saint-Nectaire towers over the small village of St-Nectaire-le-Haut. Its situation is somewhat less attractive from close-up, as it is now surrounded by a small lawn and paved parking lot. The church is constructed of local trachyte stone in various shades of grey, arranged in attractive patterns. On the apse, the stone is cut into a fine inlaid pattern of stars inside circles. Similar decorations can be seen on each end of the transept. The church's highest point is the octagonal crossing tower, topped with a pyramid-shaped roof. This dates from the 19th century, as do the twin square towers on the west facade. From the east, there is a fine view of the flat "lantern" transept, the semicircular apse with inlaid stars, three radiating chapels, and an apsidal chapel on each transept arm. Overall, it is a striking and impressive sight. The interior is an attractive space with many details of interest. The nave is supported by round columns with carved capitals, some retaining traces of original paint. Among the subjects depicted on the capitals are the Temptation of Christ; Moses being saved from crocodile-infested water by Pharaoh's daugher; a donkey playing a lyre and a man riding a goat; and St. Baudime slaying a wild bear.

A very well-preserved example of an Auvergnat church, and unusual because it is a pure example of the unique style of Roman architecture in the region. Built in 1146, a feature is the large numbers of stone "chapiteaux" decorating the tops of the columns in the church

Not a fan of those modern looking churches but it's very cute to find this building in the middle of the mountains and we enjoyed it thoroughly.

Simple and beautiful!

Cosy atmosphere and very good food. Come in early or don’t forget to book a table! If you have food allergies or restriction, feel free to tell the staff they have a solution for you! We loved the omelette and the blueberry pie

Pleasant, friendly restaurant with a good Auvergne menu. Good atmosphere with outdoor dining in summer.

This gotta be the first restaurant in France I haven’t really enjoyed. Plates are big, so you do get a lot of food for your buck, but I didn’t necessarily enjoyed the food unfortunately

Great option for dinner. Good quality of the meals with a kind and rapid service. Price ok according to the quality.

A great place to sample local cuisine from Auvergne, including local cheeses and ham in a salad.

Excellent service and great food, highly recommended (+ great music playing). Thank you

Very good place to eat for some great local food ! I recommend the truffade and tarte aux mirtilles (blueberry pie)

Nice restaurant right by the Church. Very good food. Despite the restaurant getting pretty crowded at lunch time, very friendly staff and good service.

Friendly service, although a little long. Very well executed regional menu.

Not allowed for a drink. Rude spoken to us and after ignored. Bad!!

Super restaurant !

(Translated by Google) A very good restaurant, with generous portions and friendly staff. Be careful if you don't make a reservation, come early because the restaurant fills up very quickly and the wait for your table can be a bit long. I recommend it! (Original) Très bon restaurant les plats sont généreux, le personnel agréable. Attention si vous ne réservez pas, venez de bonne heure car le restaurant se rempli très vite et l attente à table peut être un peu longue. Je recommande !

(Translated by Google) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had an amazing time at this restaurant! I went with my boyfriend, and everything was perfect from start to finish. The lady who looked after us was truly lovely, very attentive, and cheerful. The food was delicious, full of flavor, and perfectly prepared. You can tell everything was made with passion and love. ❤️ A big congratulations to the whole team; we'll definitely be back! (Original) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Nous avons passé un moment exceptionnel dans ce restaurant ! J’y suis allée avec mon copain et tout était parfait du début à la fin. La dame qui s’est occupée de nous était vraiment adorable, très attentionnée et souriante. La cuisine était délicieuse, pleine de saveurs et parfaitement préparée. On sent que tout est fait avec passion et amour. ❤️ Un grand bravo à toute l’équipe, nous reviendrons sans hésiter !

(Translated by Google) Delicious meal with a slight wait but worth it! Friendly staff. Portions are good with reasonable prices. We ate there twice and were not disappointed. (Original) Repas délicieux avec un léger temps d’attente mais qui vaut le coup ! Personnel sympathique. Les portions sont bonnes avec des prix raisonnables. Nous y avons mangé 2 fois sans être déçus.

Probably the best place in the village for snacks and refreshments. Great service by Elisabeth and all the cakes and pastries are freshly baked by Stephanie. Back garden terrace is great in the sunshine, and it is always a nice relaxing venue for friends and family to have a break. In winter, there is a warm, cozy room with antique posters and a wood burner. So it is a lovely place to escape the cold weather too.

This is a hidden gem. Nice little garden outside by the little mountain stream. Great staff, great food, and amazing puddings.

Good food, good service. Very accommodating!

Excellent restaurant

(Translated by Google) An extremely pleasant moment near a pretty park in St Nectaire. A very warm welcome, a cuisine that enhances all the products of the region and pastries that tempt you from the sidewalk. Big crush on the exceptional fresh vegetable pie!! We loved it so much that even without tasting, we took away one of the blue walnut cakes/brioches that caught our eye! Result: we ate very well even after the restaurant!! In summary: go for it without hesitation!! (Original) Un moment extrêmement agréable à proximité d'un joli parc à St Nectaire. Un accueil très chaleureux, une cuisine qui sublime tous les produits de la région et des pâtisseries qui donnent envie depuis le trottoir. Gros coup de cœur pour la tourte aux légumes frais exceptionnelle !! On a tellement aimé que même sans goûter, on a pris à emporter un des cakes/brioches au bleu noix qui nous faisait de l'œil ! Résultat : on a très bien mangé même après le restaurant !! En résumé : allez-y sans hésiter !!

(Translated by Google) We ate well: St Nectaire pie, Puy lentils and gnocchi. The service was average (glass of lemonade spilled by the waitress, no offer of a napkin to dry off) and the staff seemed overwhelmed: 15 minutes to pay. (Original) On a bien mangé: tourte au St Nectaire, lentillesdu Puy et Gnocchis. . Le service était moyen (verre de limonade renversee par la serveuse, pas de propositions de serviette pour pouvoir s essuyer) et l équipe semblait débordée: 15 minutes pour pouvoir payer.

(Translated by Google) Nothing to complain about. The concept of this place allows for a flexibility not found in a traditional restaurant. The negative reviews can only represent people who are always dissatisfied and for whom nothing is better than home. (Original) Rien à redire. Le concept de cet endroit permet une souplesse qu’on ne trouve pas dans un restaurant traditionnel. Les avis négatifs ne peuvent représenter que des personnes toujours insatisfaites pour qui rien n’est mieux que chez eux.

The traditional dishes of the region like the Saint Nectaire au four and the truffade were good but the side dishes were not very elaborated (especially the salad). The service was good and fast.

A beautiful little restaurant with excellent food. Well worth the trip to visit, make it a destination for lunch or dinner.

Amazing pizzas served here! Friendly staff highly recommended!

Food was OK, the row the chef had with the waitress... Who then stormed off... Wasn't great!

Classical resto with old recipe 👍

(Translated by Google) This pizzeria in Saint Nectaire was a wonderful surprise 🤩. The pizza dough was crispy without being dry, light, and the ingredients were high-quality. And the staff was also incredibly welcoming 😊!! We had a wonderful time there; the atmosphere was pleasant and relaxed 👍. What more can I say 🤩🤩…. (Original) Une superbe surprise cette pizzeria à Saint Nectaire 🤩. La pâte à pizza était croustillante sans être seiche et légère et ingrédients de qualité. Et aussi l’accueil de l’équipe au top 😊 !! Nous y avons passé un agréable moment l’ambiance était agréable et décontracté 👍. Que dire de plus 🤩🤩….

(Translated by Google) Very good address. The tagliatelle with Auvergne blue cheese was excellent, the little gourmet coffee ☕️ very nice to end the meal. And the service was friendly. I recommend it without hesitation. (Original) Très bonne adresse. Les tagliatelles au bleu d Auvergne étaient excellentes, le petit café ☕️ gourmand très sympa pour clore le repas. Et le service sympa. Je recommande sans problème.