Nathalie guides you
PROFESSIONAL CONFERENCE GUIDE
FOR YOUR GUIDED TOURS IN AUVERGNE
Discover tours prepared for you in Auvergne, and follow Nathalie on themes around architecture, heritage or history in Vichy, Clermont-Ferrand and why not elsewhere.
Let yourself be told history with a big "H" but also the little storys and all the secrets of the region.
Nathalie is at your service to best adapt each of her visits to your walking preferences.
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My name is Nathalie Mesurolle and I am a passionate tour guide.
Holder of a Master 2, History Culture, Territory and Heritage, I have had my national guide card since 2015. I previously practiced in Montreal, Quebec / Canada where I guided in a museum retracing the founding of the city. (Hôtel-Dieu Hospital Museum).
Auvergne is therefore my adopting region and I love, each passing day, to discover its natural beauties and remarkable heritage.
The volcanic landscapes, the Romanesque churches of its villages, the great diversity of style and history between the two cities where I mainly guide, Vichy and Clermont-Ferrand, are all attractions that fascinate me.
The cultural and historical heritage and the know-how of local artisans are among the strengths of this region.
Sharing my knowledge with you, making you discover this heritage and being its ambassador are my objectives.
Je m'appelle Elodie DA SILVA MACHADO et suis titulaire de la carte professionnelle de guide depuis 2021.
Je suis une personne dynamique qui aime mettre en avant sa région.
Vichyssoise de naissance, je suis toujours très heureuse de faire découvrir Vichy, ville riche en histoire et de montrer ses joyaux.
J’aime aussi parcourir les ruelles de Saint Pourçain et les ruelles pavées du village de Charroux, l'un des plus beaux villages de France, afin de raconter son histoire et quelques légendes charloises qui sont indissociables de ses bâtiments.
Tout comme Nathalie, mon objectif est de faire découvrir le patrimoine et d’être ambassadrice de l’Auvergne.
Travailler avec elle était donc une évidence.
Vichy's visits
VICHY IN THE SECOND EMPIRE AND AT THE BEAUTIFUL PERIOD
2h visit
Napoleon's III stays (1861-1866) in Vichy and the period of the Belle Epoque (1890-1914), will completely change the destiny of the city.
Casinos, new monumental thermal baths, the railway arrival: the whole city is redesigned and a whole art of living is developing in Vichy.
Immerse yourself with your guide in the beginnings of this Vichy thermal spa which will become within a few seasons the "Queen of the Water Cities".
THE BELLE EPOQUE AND ITS VILLAS IN THE STREETS OF VICHY
1h30 visit
The turn of the XIXth and XXth centuries, is in Vichy a very prolific period in expensive and varied constructions. All the wealthy owners compete in imagination to have their dream villa. We see emerging from the ground during the Belle Epoque villas that makes us travel all around the world or go back in time by revisiting styles from the past.
Let yourself be guided to discover the eclecticism of these facades which makes the charm of the streets of Vichy.
ART DECO
IN VICHY
1h30 visit
All architectural and artistic trends leave their marks on cities.
Art Deco, so elegant with its broken lines and geometric shapes, is perhaps not the most representative of the city of Vichy; nevertheless very present for those who know how to look.
Your guide will show you during our walk the Art Deco side of Vichy which may be more difficult to spot. Furthermore, we will also have the great pleasure of going through the Saint Blaise Church.
THE SAINT BLAISE CHURCH
1h30 visit
A little Art Deco gem of Vichy, the Saint Blaise Church is full of beautiful surprises.
After a stark aspect of its exterior, you will be speechless discovering the richness of the interior decorations made by the Mauméjean Brothers.
Let yourself be carried away by the magic of the colors and the decorations that your guide will make you discover
AROUND VICHY WATERS
1h30 visit
In Vichy, water is everything, water does everything. It is its presence that has made the reputation of Vichy's city.
We drink it, we bathe in it, we receive it in a jet, we wrap ourselves in it. Since Roman times and this city of Aquis Calidis, it is present in all thoughts.
Of course, you know Vichy's celestial water, this water gushing out from a rock and discovered by Celestine monks, but there is many more that you will discover during this visit.
Go back to the time of Aquis Calidis and discover the history and the virtues of these waters that build the reputation Vichy.
VICHY-CAPITAL: THE GOVERNMENT OF MARECHAL PETIN
2h visit
If June 22, 1940 marked the end of the hostilities, the Rethondes armistice was the beginning of a long and painful historical period for Vichy. Instead of being a hospital city like in 14/18, Vichy will become the capital city of the new Etat Français in July 1946.
Let your guide take you in the footsteps of this French State Government in Vichy from 1940 to 1944.
VICHY IN RESISTANCE
2h visit
This painful period in the city of Vichy's imagination, may be viewed from a different perspective.
That of those men and women who decided to resist and who became shadow heroes.
Ask your guide how the Vichyssois have lived during this period, and discover these heroic acts and the faces which embodied this resistance in Vichy.
VICHY IN RESISTANCE
2h visit
This painful period in the city of Vichy's imagination, may be viewed from a different perspective.
That of those men and women who decided to resist and who became shadow heroes.
Ask your guide how the Vichyssois have lived during this period, and discover these heroic acts and the faces which embodied this resistance in Vichy.
Nouveauté
2020
Nouveauté
2021
Offrez à vos élèves un cours d'histoire en plein air, au coeur de la ville qui a accueilli le gouvernement de l'état français entre 40 et 44.
Cette visite conçue autour des programmes scolaires des primaires, collégiens et lycéens permettra à vos élèves de plonger pleinement dans cette période de l'histoire de France.
LA SECONDE GUERRE MONDIALE POUR LES SCOLAIRES
Nouveauté
2022
Clermont-Ferrand's visits
BLACK CATHEDRAL
1h30 Visit
With its distinctive silhouette, you can not miss it. Its two spiers added by Viollet-le-Duc in the 19th century dominate the city and make this cathedral one of its major buildings.
Come and discover this Gothic cathedral, the construction of which began in 1248 and ended in 1902.
NOTRE-DAME-DU-PORT : ANOTHER GEM OF
CLERMONT-FERRAND
1h30 Visit
The Romanesque basilica of Notre-Dame-du-Port, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the paths of the Camino de Santiago de Compostela in France, is one of the five major Romanesque churches in Auvergne.
Take time to discover this jewel of Romanesque art hidden in the small streets of Clermont-Ferrand.
AUGUSTONEMETUM AT CLERMONT-FERRAND: THE HISTORY OF THE CENTRAL PLATEAU
2h visit or more
The historic center of Clermont-Ferrand, which is called the central plateau, is the story of a small Gallic village.
A long story to discover during this guided tour through the small winding streets of the old town.
FROM ONE FOUNTAIN TO ANOTHER
1h30 Visit
On the hill that constitutes this central plateau, water supply has always been a major issue. Thus at the bend of the streets many fountains tell us the history of the city.
From the oldest to the most modern, let your guide Nathalie tell you the story.
WHY NOT LEAVE
THE CITY
AND
TAKE HEIGHTS
1h30 Visit
Want to gain height and a breath of fresh air?
The Panoramique des Dômes will take you up to 1465 meters in a very short time while offering you a 360 ° panorama.
From the top of the Puy de Dôme, your guide will reveal this Chaîne des Puys classified as World Heritage by UNESCO since July 2018.
You will be able to discover how men used this high place that is the Puy de Dôme from the Temple of Mercury to sporting or scientific exploits.
TAILOR-MADE VISITS
You can also contact me for one or more guided tours.
It is possible to make visits of variable duration, adapted to your wishes by tackling different themes.
And why not imagine together walks combining heritage, nature and gourmet discoveries.
PRICES
à partir de
100€
FROM 6 TO 10 PEOPLE
à partir de
120€
FROM 11 TO 15 PEOPLE
à partir de
130€
FROM 16 TO 25 PEOPLE
Group larger than 25 people on request.
(5 euros / additional person)
The visits last approximately 1h30 to 2h depending on the theme and the number of participants.
It is possible to make visits of a different duration on request.
Gallery
Golden Book
Laurent N
"Nathalie est une guide dynamique, compétence et pédagogue. Nous étions un groupe de dix adultes motivés et curieux et elle nous a intéressé à l'église saint BLAISE. Cette église a en plus une façon de présenter la religion catholique comme le faisaient les anciens en moyen âge de manière visuelle et linéaire. Nous avons appris des choses sur l'Art déco qui manifestement passionne cette guide et sur le plan théologique. Merci pour cette belle visite : ))) Et bravo pour tant de passion et de talent "
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Marc T
"Un excellent moment de visite, de culture et d'histoire. J'ai maintenant un autre regard en marchant dans les rues de Vichy, ma ville natale. Merci pour votre enthousiasme communicatif."
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Arièle C
"Merci pour cette agréable après-midi à Vichy. Malgré la pluie, Nathalie a organisé une visite bien au sec, profitant de l’église St Blaise, de l’Opéra, des Thermes, des arcades pour nous faire découvrir avec passion et talent cette belle ville. Quelques petits arrêts au cours de la visite pour connaître aussi de bonnes adresses. Nathalie se met à la portée de son public féru d’histoire ou non, nous étions tous captivés par ses anecdotes et la fluidité de son discours. Merci pour ce bon moment."
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Charlotte T
"Nathalie est une personne et une guide passionnée et passionnante. Quel bon moment passé avec vous à découvrir, apprendre et comprendre les moments historiques et les petits secrets de la ville de Vichy. Merci et à bientôt"
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Marianne
"Quelle belle et intéressante visite guidée de Vichy aux cotés de Nathalie. L’histoire sur le bout des doigts, la passion dans la voix et une énergie à vouloir partager ses connaissances débordante. Nous n’avons pas vu le temps passer. Nous la recommandons à quiconque veut connaître l’histoire de sa région passionnante."
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Contact me
1 rue Saint Genès 63000 Clermont-Ferrand nathalievousguide@gmail.com | Tel: 06 37 63 62 10
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