St Nectaire is known in this region of France for their cheeses. They've been making cheese since the 17th century. The village itself is tiny. We toured a the church - St Nectaire church, built in the 12th century, which was beautiful on the inside and out. It is positioned on top of a steep hill and seems to watch over the little village below. After walking through the church we found a little bakery and had pain au chocolat, crossaints and a almond cookie they are known for there.
View of the village from the church.
Exploring the outside of the church.
Inside of St Nectaire Church.
The church on top of the hill.
Snack time.
Montpeyroux is a village about 20 km from Clermont. It is by far my favorite village we've visited so far. It is in the countyside and was so beautiful and quiet. Much different from living right in the middle of the city like we do currently. You are not allowed to drive into the village so you have to park on the outskirts. There was a village flea market going on in a grassy area outside of the village and then as we walked around the actually village. Some of the residents had tables pulled and out and were selling things as well. It was such a charming village. Charlie and Ruthie found some stone steps to jump off of and Charlie ended up getting hurt. A super nice French lady ran into her house and got him some bandaids. The French are so nice!! Here are some pictures from the day...
Proof! It is one of the most beautiful villages in France.
A typical road/highway sign in France.
The view of the mountains outside of the village.
Snack time and a jumping off point.
Someone's backyard. Drool.
A quiet street.
All of the doors and window shutters had these hearts cut out.
A salt box for the snow. The village was straight up a hill.
We will definitely be visiting this village again and again. Next time I want to look at the artists shops and see if we can't come home with a painting of the region. Shhh don't tell Rick...
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