Act 3 – The Saint-James way from Conques to Cahors

Note: The steps are given for information purposes only and may be modified depending on host availability.

This price includes:

• Accommodation in a private room (with sheets and towels) according to the configuration selected at booking: twin, double, triple, multiple, or single (with supplement)
• Half-board accommodation (excluding the Conques and Figeac stopovers, which are booked on B&B basis)
• Tourist taxes
• Luggage transport (maximum 13 kg/person – Max dimensions : L + W + H : 120cm)
• Your digital travel and guidebook
• The guidebook (1 copy per 3 travelers)
• Journey back to Conques by regular shuttle
• Telephone assistance

Available options:

• Multi-risk-cancellation-luggage insurance
• Single room
• No return from Cahors
• No luggage transfer
• Credancial

This price does not include:

• Transportation and transfers to the starting point,
• Parking
• Meals other than those specified in the chosen package,
• Drinks,
• Pocket money,
• Credancial
• Possible visits or activities,
• GPX tracks (we do not provide GPX tracks – app guidance)
• Multi-risk cancellation insurance
• More generally, anything not listed in the “This price includes” section

Administration fees

• €12/person if ordered online
• €15/person via quote

Optional extras from L’autre Chemin:

• If you would like to hike with your own backpack, you will benefit from a discount on your trip by selecting this option when booking.
• If you do not wish to take the return shuttle to Le Puy, you will benefit from a discount on your trip by selecting this option when booking.
• The Pilgrim’s Credencial: The pilgrim’s passport, to be stamped at each stage along the way. As an optional extra, we can provide the Credencial from the Friends of the Camino de Santiago. No need to make a special trip to collect it — it will be sent to you with your travel pack before departure.

L’Autre Chemin has developed numerous partnerships with B&Bs and hotels (**, ***, or equivalent) to offer you comfort and authenticity, ensuring that each stage is an opportunity to discover the architecture, the art of living, and the gastronomy, as well as a time for sharing and meeting new people.

Half Board

When you choose a half-board trip, which generally includes a set-menu dinner and breakfast, we invite you to let us know about any food allergies or special dietary requirements you may have. Please note that breakfast may be either continental or international, depending on the accommodation.

The establishments should normally be able to accommodate the needs of travellers:

• with confirmed food allergies (allergies involving the immune system and potentially causing severe reactions such as anaphylactic shock), such as allergies to honey, nuts, shellfish, etc.
• vegetarians (Due to the complexity and significant constraints this places on accommodation providers, we are unfortunately unable to organise trips catering for a vegan diet.)
• following a diet for religious reasons

For food intolerances (digestive difficulties in processing certain foods, with symptoms that are purely digestive, such as lactose or gluten intolerance) and other dietary restrictions, we will inform the accommodation providers in advance. However, some establishments may find it difficult to accommodate all dietary requirements, which are becoming increasingly common. We therefore thank you in advance for adapting your food consumption to the meals provided during your stay and, if necessary, bringing any additional foods or supplements you may require, such as gluten-free bread.

Please note: Additional charges may apply for special diets, depending on the policies of individual accommodation providers.

By Train

Conques-en-Rouergue does not have a train station. However, if you arrive by train, here is some information on how to get to Conques.

• From Paris: Arrival at Saint-Christophe train station, then take a taxi to Conques.
• From Paris, Bordeaux, Toulouse, or Marseille: Arrival at Rodez train station, then take bus line 223 (during school term) or a taxi.

By Car

Conques is accessible by road. Here are the main mileage indicators:

• Paris: 630 km – A20 or A71 Lyon: 360 km Marseille: 370 km
• Toulouse: 185 km – A68 then RN88
• Montpellier: 205 km

Where to park in Conques?

Long-term parking at the river – Free parking

Whether you want to book your stay or ask us any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.