The rugged relief of the Puy-de-Dôme is the reason why there are several micro climates; as a result we have major swings of heavy rain, sunshine and temperature that vary according to the altitude.
The climate of the Artense (plateau of 800 m high) is continental with an ocean influence. The Moulin de Serre is 500m above sea level, and is one of the lowest points of the area. You will discover wild array of flora, such as the “drosera”, a carnivorous plant or the symbolic Gentiane (gentian) which roots are used in the manufacture of aperitifs (Salers, Aveze).