Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise

Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise is a mountain commune in Puy-de-Dôme in central France that sits on varying terrain. The settlement occupies a landscape shaped by elevation changes and natural features.

The commune went through several name changes that show its administrative evolution: first to Besse-en-Chandesse in 1961, then to its present name in 1973. These shifts reflect how local governance adapted over time.

The annual Festi'Soupes gathering brings people together to share traditional soups that show regional cooking methods and local ingredients from the Auvergne. The event reflects how residents keep their food culture alive and pass it on today.

The area spans different elevations that visitors should keep in mind when exploring. It helps to understand how the hilly terrain affects your visit and what movement around the place requires.

The river Rhue originates within the commune's boundaries and begins its journey through the landscape there. Nearby sits the Super-Besse ski resort, known for hosting significant sporting events.

Location: canton of Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise

Location: Puy-de-Dôme

Location: arrondissement of Issoire

Inception: July 1, 1973

Elevation above the sea: 1,197 m

Shares border with: Saint-Victor-la-Rivière, Chambon-sur-Lac, Compains, Égliseneuve-d'Entraigues, Picherande, Saint-Diéry, Saint-Pierre-Colamine, Valbeleix

Phone: +33473795012

Email: secretariat@mairiedebesse.fr

Website: https://mairiedebesse.com

GPS coordinates: 45.51306,2.93278

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:02