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Village guide · Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · 4 places to discover

An Auvergne village perched on a volcanic outcrop, Usson was the place of exile of Queen Margot, Henri IV's repudiated wife, in the 16th century.

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The 4 must-see places in Usson

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Volcanic Outcrop of Usson Must-see

The volcanic site on which the village is built, a former place of forced residence for Queen Margot.

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Village of Usson Must-see

Volcanic-stone houses clustered at the top of the outcrop, in a preserved Auvergne setting.

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Panorama of Usson

An exceptional view from the top of the outcrop over the Limagne plain.

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Church of Usson

The village church, a witness to Queen Margot's presence during her exile.

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