“Carreau” of the Combelle mine
Auzat-la-Combelle
To the south of Le Puy-de-dôme, the Combelle mining site was equipped with the first metal headframe in the region, in operation in 1924 and 54 metres high. From there, coal was transported by donkeys to the Allier.
Embarked on fir trees at the ports of La Roche, Brassaget or Le Breuil and via the Briare canal, it was shipped to Paris. The Combelle well reached a depth of 700 metres, before being converted into an air shaft. The mine floor also houses the “hot room”, including the(…)
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Opening hours
All year round, daily.
Prices and payment methods
- Free of charge.
Comfort, facilities and services
- Car park
- Coach parking
- Parking nearby
- Pets welcome
Pets welcome
Dogs allowed
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Updated on 10 August 2025 by Auvergne Pays d’Issoire