A beautiful small town of lovely old buildings, full of character and charm. We stayed at the municipal camping, a well run and maintained site, although the facilities need updating, they still have some squatties, 😱 the site is within walking distance of the town although there is some free parking in the town. Watch out for market day on Tuesday, lovely.

(Translated by Google) Belfry Gate, formerly called Porte Sainte Anne, one of the entrance gates to the ancient city of Salers. Built and rebuilt between the 14th and 16th centuries. The upper part retains a row of corbels for machicolations, which have now disappeared (projecting gallery or openwork corbel used for defense). Its exterior facade has a regular facing of cut stones (cut on at least three faces) up to the top of the pointed vault and is extended by an irregular facing (irregular and smaller stones cut only on the exterior face by measurement of 'economy). Attached is an extract from the bell ringing recorded on September 1, 2024. The alleys of Salers, at night, (deserted out of season) are full of murmurs of silence and mysteries. (Original) Porte du beffroi, anciennement nommée Porte Sainte Anne, une des portes d'entrée de la cité ancienne de Salers. Construite et reconstruite entre les XIVème et XVIème siècles. La partie supérieure conserve une rangée de corbeaux pour mâchicoulis aujourhui disparu (galerie en saillie ou encorbellement ajouré servant à la défense). Sa façade extérieure présente un parement régulier de pierres de taille (taillée sur au moins trois faces) jusqu'au dessus de la voûte en ogive et se prolonge par un parement irrégulier (pierres irrégulières et plus petites taillées seulement sur la face extérieure par mesure d'économie). Ci-joint un extrait de la sonnerie du beffroi enregistrée le 1er septembre 2024. Les ruelles de Salers, de nuit, (déserte hors saison) sont pleines de murmures de silence et de mystères.

(Translated by Google) Museum of the Templars or Salers. Beautiful property which has become a museum which tells a beautiful story of the Templars of all the successive orders. Very good explanations by the inexhaustible conservative guide who listens to your questions with obviously the answers and added enthusiasm. Essential for village life over several well-defined periods. (Original) Musée des templiers ou de Salers. Belle propriété devenue un musée qui raconte une belle histoire des templiers de tous les ordres qui se sont succédés. Très bonnes explications par la guide conservatrice intarissable et à l'écoute de vos questions avec évidemment les réponses et l'enthousiasme en plus. Incontournable, pour la vie du village sur plusieurs périodes bien marquées.

It’s a breath of fresh air. We stayed at the hotel right in front. The weather was cool and fresh. The town of Salers is very small and easy to visit by walking around.

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful things can be observed in this church, including an exceptional Entombment. The discovery of Salers is a pleasure for the eyes, the architecture and the environment are superb. A village made of volcanic stone, Salers experienced its heyday in the 15th and 16th centuries, when the king installed a court there, the Bailliage of the Hautes Montagnes d'Auvergne. The rich bourgeois or nobles who sat there had sumptuous houses built. At this same time, the church was rebuilt, the Romanesque church of the 12th and 13th centuries almost completely disappeared. Even the porch, which would be a vestige, was completely redecorated in the 19th century. It was the work of Jean Ribes (1849-1919), a contemporary sculptor specializing in Romanesque sculpture. The reconstruction of the Saint-Mathieu church, begun in the 15th century, continued into the 16th century, with chapels added. In the 19th century the bell tower was rebuilt in a pure neo-Roman style. The mixture of artistic genres remains harmonious, it brings a certain fantasy to a building that could be austere. Very beautiful things are housed in this church. An exceptional Entombment is to be discovered. Made in polychrome limestone, the expression of the characters is extraordinary. Aubusson tapestries, various pieces of furniture and stained glass windows complete the visit very pleasantly. (Original) De très belles choses sont à observer dans cette église, dont une exceptionnelle Mise au Tombeau. La découverte de Salers est un plaisir pour les yeux, l'architecture et l'environnement sont superbes. Village en pierre de volcan, Salers a connu son heure de gloire aux 15ème et 16ème siècles, lorsque le roi y installa un tribunal, le Baillage des Hautes Montagnes d'Auvergne. Les riches bourgeois ou nobles qui y siégeaient firent construire de somptueuses maisons. A cette même époque, l'église fut reconstruite, l'église romane du 12ème et 13ème siècles disparut presque entièrement. Même le porche qui en serait un vestige fut entièrement redécoré au 19ème siècle. Ce fut l'œuvre de Jean Ribes (1849-1919) sculpteur contemporain spécialiste de la sculpture romane. La reconstruction de l'église Saint-Mathieu, commencée au 15ème siècle, se prolongea au 16ème siècle, on y ajouta des chapelles. Au 19ème siècle le clocher fut reconstruit dans un pur style néo roman. Le mélange des genres artistiques reste harmonieux, il apporte une certaine fantaisie dans un édifice qui pourrait être austère. De très belles choses sont abritées dans cette église. Une exceptionnelle Mise au Tombeau est à découvrir. Réalisée en calcaire polychrome, l'expression des personnages est extraordinaire. Des tapisseries d'Aubusson, différents mobiliers, des vitraux complètent fort agréablement la visite.

(Translated by Google) An original memorial monument, it has been classified as a Historic Monument since 2019. An architectural gesture in the Gothic style, this triumphal arch opens onto a space inspired by the gardens of remembrance, a space which borders the apse of the church. This monument respects the instructions of the time, no religious sign should appear. Located near the south wall of the church, built of volcano stones, it is topped by a rooster, an element apparently common in the creations of architect Casimir Croizet. All inscriptions appear on bronze plaques cast by Joseph BLOT-GALLAND. The city's coat of arms is carved in stone, and two bronze crosses appear on the pediment: the Croix de Guerre and the Legion of Honor. The latter probably appears to honor all these young men who died and never returned. This commemorative monument, original and particularly moving, is an element of the historical heritage of the town of Salers. It has been protected by Historic Monuments since March 13, 2019. (Original) Monument commémoratif original, il est classé Monument historique depuis 2019. Geste architectural de style gothique, cet arc de triomphe s'ouvre sur un espace inspiré des jardins du souvenir, espace qui côtoie le chevet de l'église. Ce monument respecte les consignes de l'époque, aucun signe religieux devait apparaitre. Situé à proximité du mur Sud de l'église, construit en pierres de volcan, il est surmonté d'un coq, élément parait-il fréquent dans les créations de l'architecte Casimir Croizet. Toutes les inscriptions figurent sur des plaques de bronze fondues par Joseph BLOT-GALLAND. Le blason de la ville est sculpté dans la pierre, et deux croix en bronze figurent sur le fronton : la Croix de Guerre et la Légion d'Honneur. Cette dernière figure probablement pour honorer tous ces jeunes hommes morts jamais revenus. Ce monument commémoratif, original et particulièrement émouvant, est un élément du patrimoine historique de la ville de Salers. Il est protégé par les Monument Historiques depuis le 13 mars 2019.

(Translated by Google) On the road to Puy Mary, just outside Salers, this is a must-see stop in a sumptuous setting. A simple, delicious, and unique dish. Sourcing is done using local produce. The waiters and waitresses are very friendly. Please note: ⚠️ credit cards are not accepted. (Original) Sur la route du Puy Mary, à la sortie de Salers, une étape à ne pas manquer dans un cadre somptueux. Plat unique, simple et gourmand. Approvisionnement auprès de producteurs locaux. Les serveurs serveuses sont très sympathiques. Attention ⚠️ la CB n'est pas acceptée.

Best steak I have had the pleasure to eat

Friendly staff. Amazing food. For amazing prices

Good food and generous portion size, on a beautiful location. It was quite busy but that did not translate to unacceptable wait times.

I was booked into this hotel by a wonderful lady i discovered after my original booking at le Belfroi turned out to be an awful place. Les Ramparts was truly wonderful, had a great stay and was looked after by 2 lovely ladies at mealtimes. The hotel is in a perfect quiet location with great views over the hills and valleys. The interior is great and spotlessly clean and the rooms soundproof. All dining was excellent. Les Ramparts is what other hotels should aspire to achieve. Unfortunately I had to leave a day early so didn't get the chance to say a big thank you to all the staff who were wonderful.