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The town of Vichy, a registered UNESCO World Heritage Site, is distinguished by its rich and diverse architecture, blending Art Deco, Belle Époque and Art Nouveau styles. Discover all the elegance of the 19th century with the town’s thermal baths, as well as its Parc des Sources, opera house and numerous galeries, or covered passageways.

Nestled in the very heart of France, Vichy, ‘the Queen of Spa Towns’, is renowned for its thermal baths. The city also boasts exceptional natural beauty, with its wooded parks, accessible waterfronts and the Lac d’Allier – perfect for taking a stroll, taking a break and all kinds of outdoor activities.

Vichy is a bustling city and a veritable playground for athletes and active people of all types. Between the racecourse, golf courses, sports centre, aquatics centre, and boating centre for rowing, stand-up paddleboarding, sailboating and canoeing, there’s no shortage of things to do.

Life in Vichy blends comfort, safety and simple pleasures. This small, vibrant city charms visitors with its lively city centre, diverse cultural offering and numerous shops and markets, making it an ideal destination for discovering life the French way.

Vichy offers a rich cultural life marked by year-round festivals, concerts, exhibitions and shows. The Opéra de Vichy, one of the last Art Nouveau opera houses in France, is at the centre of local cultural life. For foodies, Vichy’s local restaurants and gastronomy establishments offer an authentic, refined French cuisine experience.