Situated on the northern edge of the Combrailles, Montaigut is an ancient medieval town that was once very powerful. Stroll through its narrow streets and make your way up to the ruins of the feudal fortress, and enjoy the panoramic view from the town’s belfry.
The 12 km walk, ‘Montaigut médiéval’, will take you through the village’s narrow streets before leading you to the fishing spot at the Étang de la Prade and then on. After all that effort, enjoy a meal at the La Poste restaurant or a picnic by the water’s edge. Nearby,(…)
The 12 km walk, ‘Montaigut médiéval’, will take you through the village’s narrow streets before leading you to the fishing spot at the Étang de la Prade and then on. After all that effort, enjoy a meal at the La Poste restaurant or a picnic by the water’s edge. Nearby, head to the village of Saint-Eloy-les-Mines to learn more about the lives of miners at the “Maison de la Mine”, or broaden your artistic horizons at the “Micro Folie” digital museum.
To enhance your visit, a heritage guide to the village’s history is available for €3 at our four tourist information offices : Saint-Gervais-d’Auvergne, Châteauneuf-les-Bains, Pontgibaud and Les Ancizes-Comps, as well as from our online shop.
This guide takes you on a tour of seven key points during your visit.
Spoken languages
Opening hours
All year round daily.
Prices and payment methods
Free access.
Comfort, facilities and services
Unguided group tours available permanently
Unguided individual tours available permanently
Additional information
A heritage guide is available for €3 in our tourist information offices in Saint-Gervais-d’Auvergne, Châteauneuf-les-Bains, Pontgibaud and Les Ancizes-Comps, as well as on our online shop.
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Updated on 16 October 2026 by Office de Tourisme des Combrailles