Vichy – Charmeil Airport – VHY Charmeil
Vichy - Charmeil Airport is situated in Charmeil, France, close to the spa and resort town of Vichy. It conveniently serves both locations in the Auvergne Region with both private and commercial flights from all over the globe. While the airport is small, its runway is capable of handling all kinds of aircrafts.
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The total land area of the VHY-Charmeil Airport is 130 hectares. It features one runway with an asphalt surface and a designated 01/19 direction. Vichy-Charmeil Airport is operated by Mairie de Vichy. The three airplane clubs that call the airport home offers flying classes and charter flights. National skydiving championships and other aeronautical events are also held at the airport. While in Vichy, tourists explore Les bords de l’Allier, marvel at the stunning interiors of Eglise Saint-Blaise de Vichy, and shop at Grand Marche de Vichy. Travelers also flock to the capital of French cutlery and birthplace of the Sabatier knife, the medieval town of Thiers.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Numerous top-rated hotels can be found close to the airport, such as the Brit Hotel de Grignan. The nearby ibis Vichy and the posh Mercure Vichy Thermalia are only less than 2 miles away from the airport. Most of these hotels are within walking distance to the Vichy Train Station and has great access to the congress center.
The nearest international airport is Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport (CFE), which is a short 35-minute drive from the city. Saint-Etienne – Boutheon Airport is about an hour and a half drive from the Vichy Airport. Aside from the airport, the train transport network connects Vichy to the other areas in the region. There are also plenty of taxis in the locale.
