Domérat is the second largest town in the urban area of Montluçon, with a population of 8,665 spread over an area of more than 35 km2, including a number of villages each with their own unique character. Its strategic location just outside Montluçon makes it easily accessible. Domérat is a major economic hub in the area, has two shopping and small business parks, and is home to Safran, an industrial flagship and Allier’s largest employer. The town truly is a green oasis, and its 100 km of walking and hiking trails make it a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts. Its 26 hectares of landscaped parks and gardens are very popular with families looking for nature and relaxation. Domérat offers its community high-quality facilities, and 65 associations provide a wide range of activities. Vibrant and festive, Domérat is renowned for its varied cultural and events scheduling, which is completely free and open to everyone, all year round. In terms of heritage, Place Bacchus and the Musée de la Vigne are a reminder of the town's wine-growing history, while the church of Notre-Dame, with its oval dome, 11th-century crypt and famous "RF" on the pediment, symbolises the town's history.