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Sights, activities, places to stay and restaurants in La Bourboule.
Things to see and do
© BdxalexEglise Saint-Joseph
A church in the Auvergne Neo-Romanesque style.
Illustrative photoArchitecture Thermale et Belle Epoque - La Bourboule
The earliest evidence of spa activity in La Bourboule dates back to the 15th century: Jean Lacombe’s rudimentary establishment, featuring wooden bathtubs, is mentioned as early as 1463. The hamlet took the name ‘La Borbola’, derived from the name of the Celtic god Borvo.
Illustrative photoBâtiment de l'Hôtel de Ville de La Bourboule
It is characterised by remarkable architectural features such as its Italian-style towers, a two-tone tiled roof, and its caryatids.
Illustrative photoMinéralexpo
Antique scientific instruments, minerals, jewellery, semi-precious stones, handicrafts.
Activities and walks
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© Photochrom Print CollectionCasino de La Bourboule
50 slot machines, electronic bingo, roulette and blackjack, a restaurant, a bar and entertainment.
Illustrative photoAuvergne Traîneau
Fancy reconnecting with nature? Fancy experiencing genuine emotions? Auvergne Traineau, with its qualified musher and pack of dogs, is here to welcome you all year round.
Illustrative photoBalnéothérapie - Grands Thermes de La Bourboule
The wellness centre at the Grands Thermes de La Bourboule offers two balneotherapy packages using thermal spring water.
Illustrative photoCentre équestre de La Bourboule
Lessons, rides, horse and pony boarding.
Illustrative photoCinéma : Le Roxy
The Roxy Cinema is an independent, single-screen, 183-seat arthouse cinema, accessible to people with reduced mobility. Digital projection, sound: Dolby Surround 7.1. View the programme via this link: https://www.cinebaroxy.fr
Illustrative photoClub Haltères et Fonte
The Haltère et Fonte club offers the following in a 150 m² gym: fitness training, general fitness and weight training.
Illustrative photoEscape Time Sancy
Cooperation, exploration and critical thinking will enable you to emerge victorious from this experience! Winner of the 2026 Auvergne Region Escape Game Awards
Illustrative photoGuide de haute montagne François Lesca
All levels: mountaineering, ice climbing, ski touring, off-piste skiing.
Illustrative photoJulien Renoncourt - Educateur à l'environnement
Discover nature, wildlife and flora in the Chaîne des Puys and elsewhere through accessible and enjoyable walks
Illustrative photoLe Livre Vagabond
Self-service book areas.
Where to stay
Illustrative photoAviation Hôtel
The Résidence Hôtel de l'Aviation has been welcoming guests since 1935, with 41 rooms and 2 furnished flats. A heated indoor swimming pool, a games room and a bar are on hand to enhance your stay.
Illustrative photoCamping G.C.U.
307 chemin du Limanger
Illustrative photoCamping la Marmotte
A 1.5-hectare campsite 200 metres from Intermarché, close to the town centre. Set back from the road – secure overnight car park. Free spa shuttle bus. Wellness centre on site with private access (for a fee).
Illustrative photoHôtel Au Val Doré
High-quality accommodation, soundproofed rooms and a warm, friendly atmosphere are the highlights of our hotel in La Bourboule.
Illustrative photoHôtel Chez Jeanne
Your new charming hotel at the foot of the volcanoes. Warm, comfortable and authentic. Come and enjoy a relaxing break as a couple, with your family or as a group. Our comfortable rooms and our spacious communal lounge await you. See you soon!
Illustrative photoHôtel Le Genève
In the heart of La Bourboule, just 100 metres from the thermal baths, the Le Genève hotel and restaurant – which was fully refurbished in 2021 (with the superior rooms refurbished in 2012) – welcomes you with a warm, family-friendly atmosphere.
Illustrative photoHôtel Regina
We invite you to come and stay with us, just a short distance from La Bourboule town centre. This charming, peaceful old house welcomes you every day and offers bright, comfortable rooms.
Where to eat
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Illustrative photoAux saveurs de Nicolas
Catering – 100% homemade Processing fresh produce and preparing ready meals Traditional, home-style cooking to take away!
Illustrative photoBar - Brasserie Le Garrison
Brasserie: menu, meat dishes, salads. Specialities include Truffade and burgers. All day: bar and ice creams.
Illustrative photoBar Brasserie La Poste et Europe
At Brasserie la Poste et l’Europe, we are committed to welcoming you with our regional cuisine.
Illustrative photoBrasserie du Grand Hôtel du Parc
A brasserie in a historic, friendly and welcoming setting, right next to Fenestre Park. Opening later in 2027.
Illustrative photoCafé de la Poste
Café & Restaurant – Since 1910 Home-cooked food | Locally sourced | Direct from producers
Illustrative photoCafé Français
Come and try our homemade Auvergne specialities: potée, truffade, tartiflette and Saint-Nectairade. Homemade desserts are available all day, and our homemade crêpes are made to order from 4 pm to 6 pm.
Illustrative photoL'atelier Pizza Loulou
Traditional, artisan pizzas, takeaway, drinks.
Illustrative photoLa Baraque à Frites
Belgian Snack Bar – Homemade chips fried in beef fat. We do not take orders by telephone. Eat-in and takeaway.
Illustrative photoLa Mie Charly
Snacks, sandwiches (hot and cold), breakfast, coffee and other drinks.
Illustrative photoLe Clémenceau
A bistronomic restaurant right in the centre of La Bourboule.
Shops and craftspeople
Illustrative photoCabinet de curiosités
Second-hand finds – Decorations – Second-hand clothes.
Illustrative photoMinéralexpo
Minerals, fossils, jewellery, handicrafts, semi-precious stones and decorative items.
Illustrative photoPoterie Raku / Terres mélées / Grès
Free admission to the exhibition. Demonstrations, shop, arts and crafts.
Wellbeing
Illustrative photoCures médicales - Grands Thermes de la Bourboule
La Bourboule is one of France’s leading health resorts for respiratory and skin conditions. It is also France’s leading paediatric health resort.
Illustrative photoEspace Tri Fata
A space dedicated to sport, wellbeing and active recovery: weight training, yoga, massages, cryotherapy, steam room, halotherapy
Tourist office data: DATAtourisme, Licence Ouverte (French open licence), updated 28 October 2026.
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