🇫🇷 Hidden Gem Alert: Clermont-Ferrand!

This week I swapped Paris for Clermont-Ferrand—a charming, underrated city with zero tourist crowds and way better safety than Paris! 🎭✨ Though it’s not on typical France itineraries, here’s why it stole my heart (+ tips if you visit! 📍 Quick Facts Volcanic hub 🏔️: Surrounded by 80+ ancient volcanoes (UNESCO-listed Puy de Dôme is a must!). Walkable but hilly 🥾: Public transport is limited, so comfy shoes = essential! Gothic masterpiece ⛪: The black lava-stone cathedral is jaw-dropping (and made from actual volcano rock!). 🍽️ Foodie Finds 1️⃣ Avenue 🍷 Top 3 French meals EVER (and I’ve eaten my way through France!). €25/person for stellar service—staff explain each dish like it’s art. Book ahead! 2️⃣ Bol & Bagle 🥑 Adorable brunch spot with granola-box decor and tree-stump seats! Their bagel bowls = next-level tasty. 3️⃣ Bistro Vénitien 🍕 Looks meh outside, but inside? Cozy French vibes + packed at lunch for a reason! Verdict: If you crave authentic France (minus the crowds), Clermont-Ferrand is pure magic! 💫 #OffTheBeatenPath #FranceTravel #FoodieFinds #ClermontFerrand #SoloTravel