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Michelin: A Legacy on Wheels

 

In Clermont-Ferrand, André and Edouard Michelin founded Michelin and Cie in 1889, developing the detachable bicycle tire. That same year, a bike equipped with Michelin detachable tires won the Paris-Brest-Paris cycling race. At France Miniature, discover the history of tires while having fun! Turn the crank to uncover answers to questions and become a tire expert.

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Discover majestic castles, mountains terrains, and the volcanic landscapes of Auvergne.Unveil the grand central region's treasures, from the opulent Loire Valley castles, legacies of French royalty, to Limoges' Benedictins station, dubbed "Europe's most beautiful station."

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