Supporter Information For Clermont

The Munster Rugby Supporters Club have provided us with the necessary supporter information for Sunday’s round 4 Champions Cup tie against Clermont Auvergne, ko 4.15pm (French time).

Red Army and Yellow Army Unite:

The pre-match build up will see both sets of supporters marching to the ground.

"Come and join up with the Yellow Army on Sunday 14th December as we welcome Munster and its famous Red Army! The ASM supporters club, in partnership with the town of Clermont Ferrand, ASM Rugby and the Munster Rugby Supporters Club, invite the supporters of both teams to parade through town just before the match.

This event, which will happen for the first time in Clermont as a symbol of the great relationship between both groups of supporters, will be in a great rugby atmosphere with ASM's brass band and drums to liven things up as we march.

Supporters are asked to meet at 1:30pm in the Place de Jaude square to share this moment with the supporters of both clubs, let's paint the town Red (and Yellow!) before heading to Marcel Michelin stadium ! #ASMensemble."

Supporter Meeting Points:

Cafe Pascal: A local rugby bar on one of the 2 main squares in Clermont (Place de Jaude). A favourite for travelling fans, it is usually full of singing Munster men and women on our previous visits.

• Totally refurbished at the beginning of this year.
• Beers at €;5 including Guinness and Murphy's Red (usually €;6).
• An extra bar in front of the café (under a gazebo type structure).
• Plenty of seats outside covered with awnings
• Open Saturday and Sunday until late.

The Still: "Irish Pub" http://www.still-pub.com/

• Carlsberg €;4.50 and Guinness €;5.50
• Open Saturday and Sunday until late.

Derilium Cafe: Owned by the Clermont prop Thomas Domingo. http://www.deliriumcafe-clermont-ferrand.com/

• 12 types of beer on draught.
• Two-storey building.
• On a street between the 2 main squares so very central.
• Open Sat late.

All of the above bars are within about 400m of each other.

General Tourist Information:

Clermont-Ferrand is located on the top of an extinct volcano in the Massif Central region of France. The area is well known as the home of Michelin tyres but something may not be aware of is that the famous guide books of the same name were originally designed to encourage people to use their cars for tourism, and in the process use more tyres!

Clermont is a university town and is home to some of the most passionate rugby people you could meet. Munster supporters who were fortunate enough to make previous visits in December will remember the weekend which, although involving freezing temperatures, was one of the standout trips in our European Champions Cup history. Following the frequent clashes between the two sides in recent times, many supporters argue that Clermont is among the top rugby destinations in Europe.

The popular Clermont Christmas markets with more that 70 decorated chalets will be taking place in Place de la Victoire (Victory Square). Enjoy a 'vin chaud' while you take in the crafts and souvenirs from local sellers.

Scheduled Free Public Transport:

There will be free public transport in Clermont on Sunday between 12.30 and 1.30pm to Place de Jaude. There will also be some additional trams from 1pm to 1.30pm between Stade Michelin and Jaude (every 6 minutes).

Broadcaster:

The game will be televised on Sky Sports 2 with a 4.15pm kick-off in France (3.15pm Irish time).