The Tour de l’Horloge, headquarters of the Pays d’art et d’histoire de Riom Limagne et Volcans, has been a listed historic monument since 1862. A privileged witness to the town’s history, it has survived the centuries to take on its current silhouette.
Former belfry, rebuilt during the Renaissance on its medieval base (1391). Octagonal tower with clock face, crest, collar of the Order of Saint-Michel and salamander of François 1er. The dome dates from 1785.
Self-guided tour of the city’s former belfry : permanent exhibitions, tactile models, 360° panorama. Enjoy the panoramic(…)
Former belfry, rebuilt during the Renaissance on its medieval base (1391). Octagonal tower with clock face, crest, collar of the Order of Saint-Michel and salamander of François 1er. The dome dates from 1785.
Self-guided tour of the city’s former belfry : permanent exhibitions, tactile models, 360° panorama. Enjoy the panoramic view with orientation table at the top of the Tower ! Discover the history of the town and its districts, as well as that of the Pays d’art et d’histoire region, before enjoying a breathtaking view of Riom Limagne et Volcans and the Chaîne des Puys, a U.N.E.S.C.O. World Heritage site.
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Availability and booking
Opening hours
From 01/07 to 31/08/2026 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 11 am and 1 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm.
From 01/09 to 30/09/2026 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 5 pm.
Prices and payment methods
Full price : 2 € (Heritage Passport 20€ (10 visits, non-nominative, no expiration date)
Free for all 1st weekend of the month).
Free entry for children under 18.
Payment methods :
Check
Cash
Online payment
Comfort, facilities and services
Educational visits
Pets welcome
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Tourist information
Unguided group tours available permanently
Unguided individual tours available permanently
Pets welcome
Dogs allowed
Location
Environnements
In centre of town, Town location
Tour de l’horloge (Clock Tower) 5 Rue de l’Horloge 63200 Riom