Twinning Agreement signed 1983
Clermont-Ferrand was founded in the 1600s with the union of Clermont and Montferrand. Spread out at the foot of the Chaîne-des-Puys volcanoes it is also the natural capital of 'Massif Central', one of France's most attractive regions.
The city has two universities: Université de Blaise Pascal and Université d'Auvergne (student population of approximately 35,000). It is home to tyre manufacturer Michelin and other industries include food processing, mechanics, tertiary services and a technology park.
Twinning activities with Clermont-Ferrand are wide ranging and develop cultural, educational, music, sport and economic links.
Links
- Ville de Clermont-Ferrand
- Clermont-Ferrand Tourisme
- Le Court Metrage
- Mission des Relations Internationales
- Franco-Scottish Society
- Blaise Pascal University
- Auvergne University
- Britain in France
- French Institute in Scotland
