Please note that every stopover is given as an indication and may be modified according to the availability of accommodation 

Day 1 : Your arrival in Le Puy-en-Velay

Take this opportunity to discover Le Puy-en-Velay, an emblematic town in the Haute-Loire region and the true gateway to the routes of the Camino de Santiago.
Take your time to wander through the upper town, explore its hidden alleyways and discover its rich heritage. Be sure to visit the majestic Notre-Dame du Puy Cathedral, the historic and iconic starting point of the Via Podiensis.
A charming first introduction to the journey, combining history, heritage and the spirit of the Camino, before setting off on your next adventure.
Overnight stay with breakfast included.

Highlights :
• Le Puy-en-Velay
> Crozatier Museum
> Notre-Dame de France
> L’Hôtel-Dieu
> Saint-Michel d'Aiguilhe chapel
> The medieval town
> The Cathedral
> During summer, the light show Puy de Lumières
> The immersive Show Hôtel e Lumières
> The Immersive show Terres de Géant

Day 2 : Le Puy-en-Velay - Saugues - 50 km - D+1180m

Ultreïa! Your cycling adventure along the Camino de Santiago begins!
You leave the city of Le Puy-en-Velay behind and climb into the hills before heading towards the peaceful Dolaizon Valley and then on to the Upper Allier Valley. Little by little, the landscapes open up and nature takes center stage.
The stage puts your legs to the test as you climb through the Allier Gorges towards Saugues. A little effort, certainly… but what a reward! The rugged terrain, breathtaking views and wild beauty of the gorges more than make up for every turn of the pedals.
An intense and spectacular first day, when the adventure truly begins… one pedal stroke at a time!

Highlights:
• Saint-Christophe sur Dolaison
> The XIth century church
> The Castle (private property)
> The view on Dolaizon valley

• Seneujols (with a slight detour)
> Dolmen

• Montbonnet
>The gorgeous St-Roch church

• Saint-Privat d’Allier
> Horse-riding
> The Castle
> The Prieuré

• Sauges
> The English Tower
> The Gevaudan beast muséum
> Biological swimming

• La Clauze
> The tower

Day 3 : Saugues - Aumont -Aubrac - 48km - D+1170m

From Margeride to Aubrac, Between Two Exceptional Landscapes
Today, the Camino de Santiago (GR®65) takes you through breathtaking landscapes! You cycle through the heart of the Margeride, a wild and unspoilt region, before crossing the border from Haute-Loire into Lozère.
From Margeride to Aubrac, the route leads you through landscapes that are both authentic and generous. Along the way, you will discover Domaine du Sauvage and then Saint-Alban-sur-Limagnole, before reaching Aumont-Aubrac, your destination for the day.
As the kilometres go by, the Camino and your bike carry you gently onwards. The terrain unfolds, the views open up… and you can fully enjoy the pleasure of cycling in the footsteps of the pilgrims.

Highlights :
> The Domaine of Sauvage
> The Hospitalet of Sauvage
> The Saint-Roch chapel

• Saint-Alan Limangole
> The scenovision - Mad of Margeride
> The European Bison Reserve
> The Castle of Saint-Alaban
> The Church
> The typical landscapes of Aubrac
> Aubrac cows
> Taste the Aligot

• Aumont-Aubrac
> The House of the Priory
> The church of Saint-Etienne

Day 4 : Aumont-Aubrac - Saint-Côme d'Olt - 61km - D+825m

Aubrac is simply incredible! Vast, endless landscapes, meadows rolling beneath the sky, streams, rocky outcrops… Here, nature reveals itself in all its beauty, creating a spectacular backdrop with every turn of the pedals.
You make your way to the beautiful village of Aubrac, before beginning a wonderful descent towards Saint-Chély-d’Aubrac. The route then continues over a series of gentle climbs and descents to Saint-Côme-d’Olt, a charming village nestled along the banks of the Lot River.
Take some time to wander through the village and look up: this is where you’ll first encounter the distinctive stone-slab roofs with their characteristic twisted shapes, a true architectural hallmark of the region.
A rewarding stage where wide-open landscapes, heritage and the sheer pleasure of cycling come together beautifully.

Highlights :

• La Chaze de Peyre
> The church

• Rieutort d'Aubrac
> The village

• Nasbinals
> The general architecture of the city
> The Romanesque church
> The Bès river

• Aubrac
> The Domerie church
> The English Tower
> The old hospital
> The Aubrac House
> Our Lady of the gentians of Aubrac

• Saint-Chély d'Aubrac
> The pilgrims' bridge
> The church
> The wash houses
> Half-timbered houses

Day 5 : Saint-Côme d'Olt - Conques - 55km - D+1035m

Ultreïa! Today, you reach Conques, an iconic stop on the Camino de Santiago and the Via Podiensis.
From Estaing, you climb above the Lot Valley and gradually return to the wide-open landscapes of the high plateaus. As the kilometres go by, the scenery changes and anticipation builds as you approach one of the most legendary stages of the Camino.
Then, around a bend in the road, Conques comes into view, a true gem of the Rouergue region nestled in a lush green setting. And what an arrival! Its magnificent medieval village and the Abbey Church of Sainte-Foy, seemingly emerging from nowhere, create a truly breathtaking sight.
A spectacular final stage, combining wide-open landscapes, heritage and emotion… simply magnificent!

Higlights :
• Saint-Come d'Olt - "Most beautiful villages of France" label
> The bell tower of the church
> The global architecture of the city
> Slate roofs
> The Chapel of the Penitents
> The sweetness of life on the banks of Lot

• Espalion
> The old bridge made with pink stones
> The old castle
> The scuba museum !
> The Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions - Joseph Vaylet
> Museum of the Rouergue

• Bessuéjouls
> The church of St-Pierre built with pink stones

• Estaing - "Most beautiful villages of France" label
> The Gothic Bridge on the Lot
> The Castle of Estaing

Day 6 : Back to Le Puy-en-Velay

Meet at the Parking de l’Étoile in Conques at 8:00 am or 1:30 pm, depending on your chosen departure time.
A minibus will be waiting to take you back to Le Puy-en-Velay, with your bicycles transported along with you.
Arrival in Le Puy-en-Velay is scheduled for approximately 12:15 pm or 5:15 pm, depending on your departure time and traffic conditions.
All that’s left to do is sit back, enjoy the journey and watch the landscapes go by, carrying with you the memories of a wonderful cycling adventure along the Camino de Santiago!

The authentic way
• Espeyrac and its church
> The stunning village of Soulié

The Lot valley way
• Entraygues sur Truyère
> The confluence of Lot and Truyère
> The castle
> St. George's Church
> The bridges (Gothic on the Truyère and the bridge Notre-Dame)
> The medieval character of the city

• Conques
> The Abbey church of Sainte-Foy and its tympanum presenting the last judgment
> The Treasure of Conques
> The general architecture of the village and its atmosphere
> The Joseph Fau Museum
> The peaceful valley of Dourdou

Prices include:

• Accommodation in a double, twin, or multiple-occupancy room
• Half-board (excluding the Conques stopover booked with bed and breakfast basis),
• Tourist taxes,
• Luggage transfer at the stopover (one bag, max. 13kg/person – Max dimensions : L + W + H : 120cm),
• Journey back to the starting point (passenger & bike) 
• Access to the guidance app and travel diary,
• Telephone assistance.

Extras

• Electric bike rental or a non-electric bike rental, two rear panniers, a helmet, a light repair kit,
• Multirisks, cancellation & luggage insurance
• Single supplement

This price does not include

• Transportation and transfers to the starting point Meals other than those listed in the description
• Multirisks and annulation insurance
• Parking Bike rental
• GPX tracks (we do not provide GPX tracks for our routes – guidance via the app)
• Drinks, spending money, any visits or activities
• Generally, anything not listed in the “This price includes” section

Administration fees

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

As an optional extra, L’Autre Chemin offers:

You want to rent a bike

• Electric-assisted hybrid bike rental with two panniers + the commercial guarantee “Serein Mind”
• Non-electric hybrid bike rental with two 20-liter panniers+ the commercial guarantee “Serein Mind”

If you plan to travel with your bike, please ensure certain points:

If it is an electric-assisted bike, the battery must have a minimum power of 400 or even 500 watts. Please note: the battery must be removable; if not, please contact us to check availability. It is imperative that your bike is in perfect working order before departure. Remember to have it serviced. Please bring a suitable repair kit and a smartphone mount for the handlebars. Our routes combine small roads and trails; your bike must be a hybrid, mountain bike, or gravel bike with suitable tires. City and road bikes are therefore prohibited. Our trips are more or less sporty, and a basket on the handlebars is to be avoided, as are large city bags. You’ll be riding on trails, and this type of equipment risks destabilizing the bike’s balance and making it difficult to transfer bikes (similarly, front mudguards make it difficult to load bikes onto trailers, so avoid them). Any doubts? Contact us.

The Credencial

The pilgrim’s passport must be stamped at each stopover. We offer the optional Friends of the Way of St. James Credencial. No need to travel, it will be delivered to your first hotel before your arrival. 

Add a final night in Le Puy

Because it’s always nice to rest before leaving, but also to enjoy the city of Le Puy a little longer, you can opt for an additional night at the end of your stay. Contact us ;-)

L’Autre Chemin has developed numerous partnerships with guesthouses and small traditional hotels 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 moment of exchange and connection. Note: The stages along the Camino are determined by the walking pace that we feel is most appropriate. We strive to offer you stages that offer comfort, discovery, and authenticity in hotels, guesthouses, cottages, or unusual accommodations. However, the Camino de Santiago offers a range of unconventional accommodations.

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

The town of Le Puy-en-Velay has a train station that takes you right to the city center, close to your first hotel and all the sights and shops. In short, it’s very pleasant to take the train from home to begin your cycling trip to Le Puy. Psst, even if the journey may seem long, when you arrive via Saint-Etienne, the tracks run alongside the wild Loire Valley, a very pleasant sight.

By Car

Le Puy is accessible by road, notably via two main roads: the RN88 from Saint-Etienne/Lyon or Aubenas/Mende, or via the RN102 (Clermont-Ferrand). There are suitable parking lots on site, but we’ll explain everything in your travel guide!

• Paris: 515km
• Lyon: 134km
• Marseille: 300km
• Toulouse: 350km
• Montpellier: 250km

Where to park in Le Puy?

• Breuil underground car park – Place du Breuil – Closed Sundays and public holidays – 7 days: €60 – Reservations: +33 4 71 02 03 54

Le Puy above-ground car parks – Rates: €10/week and €20/month. Subscriptions must be reserved and paid in advance at the Mobilité-en-Velay commercial center. Tel. +33 4 71 02 60 11 (open Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 1:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.) – Height limit 2.20 m & length 5.50 m maximum. These car parks are served by a free shuttle or the urban transport network.

• • Bertrand de Doue Parking: Parking without video 
  • Estrouilhas Parking: Parking without video 
  • Quincieu Park and Ride Parking: Parking without video 
  • Montredon Park and Ride Parking: Parking without video (free bus service to the city center)
  • Dunant Parking (free bus service to the city center)
• Train Station Parking: Video-monitored parking – €6 / 24 hours
• Carmes Parking: Video-monitored parking – €30 / week – Reservation: +33 7 68 10 76 81
• Foch Parking – 6 avenue du Maréchal Foch – Video surveillance – 7 days: €40 – Reservation: +33 7 68 10 76 81
• Saint-Jacques Parking (Center served by bus) – 13 bis de Roderie – Aiguilhe – Video surveillance – Reservation: +33 4 44 43 97 43 – 7 days: €35
• La Malle Postale – Parking at 7km from Le Puy – Drop-off and pick-up guaranteed – 7 days / 7– 7 days: €35 – Reservation: 04 71 04 21 79

Prices given for information purposes only, subject to change without notice

Whether you would like to book your e-bike tour on the GR65 or simply have some additional questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.