From the ruins of the feudal fortress to the 12th-century church, Montaigut tells the story of its past as a medieval town. Admire the carved capital on the Apothecary’s House, wander through the narrow streets and enjoy the panoramic view from the keep.
Explore the medieval village of Montaigut on a 12 km walk, which will take you to the fishing spot at the Prade lake. After all that effort, enjoy a picnic by the water’s edge or a delicious meal at the La Poste restaurant.
To enhance your visit, a heritage(…)
Explore the medieval village of Montaigut on a 12 km walk, which will take you to the fishing spot at the Prade lake. After all that effort, enjoy a picnic by the water’s edge or a delicious meal at the La Poste restaurant.
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 21 August 2026 by Office de Tourisme des Combrailles