- L’Autre Chemin
- Séjours
- Conclusion of the Saint-Guilhem trail from Sainte-Énimie to Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert
€995 / pers.
With luggage transfer & journey back
Continue the adventure on the Saint-Guilhem trail from Sainte-Énimie to Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert. Climb the Causse Méjean and enjoy the wide open spaces before reaching the Jonte Valley and then the Cirque de Navacelles before reaching Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert.
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The benefits of your stay:
- You travel independently and follow the provided travel diary.
- Take advantage of our guidance app to download to your smartphone (guidance, tourist information).
- Your accommodations are offered on a half-board basis.
- Your luggage is delivered at each stop (one bag, max. 13kg/person).
- Your return minibus transfer to the departure point is included in our packages.
Your itinerary:
- Elevation: 3,565 m Self-guided hike (you choose your departure point and go solo, with family, or with friends)
- Fairly challenging route for experienced hikers
- Accommodation: in a private room (B&B, cottage, hotel, or alternative accommodation)
Note: The steps are given for information purposes only and may be modified depending on host availability.
Welcome to Sainte-Énimie, a magnificent village in the Tarn Gorges. Stroll through its narrow streets and enjoy the waters of the Tarn.
Discover:
• Sainte-Énimie - Listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France
> The village's medieval atmosphere
> The Tarn River
> The Hermitage of Princess Énimie
> The Monastery
> The Church of Notre-Dame du Gourg
3, 2, 1... It's time to climb to the fabulous Causse Méjean. The climb offers unique panoramas of the Tarn Gorges... The Causse Méjean offers almost desert-like landscapes between pastures and rocks. Soon, Meyrueis and the Jonte Gorges await you at the end of a challenging and magnificent stage, traversed by the landscapes.
Discover:
• Hures-la-Parade
> the Causse
> The dolmens
> Przewalski's horses
Continue your walk along the Causse, home to Przewalski's horses, and soon Meyrueis and the Jonte Gorges await you, at the end of an incredible change of scenery.
Discover:
• Hures-la-Parade
> La Rode Protohistoric Enclosure
> The Dolmens
> The Caussenarde Farm
• Meyrueis
> The Descent to the Jonte Gorges
> The Clock Tower
> Saint-Pierre Church and the Protestant Temple
Today, the scenery changes as you return to forested landscapes as you head further to Camprieu. Further on, you'll enjoy views of the Aigoual Massif Valley.
Discover:
> Roquedols Castle
> The Aigoual Forest
• Camprieu
> The Lake of Happiness - Camprieu
> The Valley of Happiness and the remains of Notre-Dame du Bonheur
You'll lose altitude to reach Aulas and then Le Vigan. Take your time ;-). You'll continue your hike alongside the river and its waterfalls. You'll reach the village of Avèze.
Discover
• Le Vigan
> The Cévenol Museum
> Assas Castle
> The old bridge spanning the castle
> Saint-Pierre Church in Le Vigan
> Private hotels
The highlight of the Saint-Guilhem Trail: the Cirque de Navacelles! A section that's a bit exposed for walkers prone to vertigo, but if you take your time, there's no reason to ;-)
Discover:
• Montardier
> The Château
> The standing stones
A beautiful start following the Vis Gorges. After a steep climb, you'll reach the village of Saint-Maurice de Navacelles. From here, take the GR74 to La Vacquerie and Saint-Martin de Castries.
Note: Due to a landslide in the Vis Gorges, a diversion has been implemented to reach Saint-Maurice de Navacelles.
Discover:
> The Vis Gorges
Today's final stop will take you to Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert and its treasures, along the GR74 and GR7 trails, which will take you to Mont Saint-Baudille, offering spectacular views, and then along the Cirque de l'Infernet.
Discover:
> Mont Saint-Baudille
> The Cirque de l'Infernet
• Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert
> Hermitage of Our Lady of Graces
> The Calvary of the Three Crosses
> Gellone Abbey
> The facade of the Lorimy House
> The Giant's Castle
> The Prison Tower
> The Museum of the Village d'Antan
End of your stay where you will be expected at 10:30 a.m. for your return shuttle to Sainte-Énimie (Arrival expected at 1 p.m. depending on road conditions and stages on the route).
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
- Tourist taxes
- Luggage transport (maximum 13 kg/person)
- Your digital travel and guidebook
- The guidebook (1 copy per 3 travelers)
- Return to Sainte-Énimie by regular shuttle
- Telephone assistance
Available options:
- Multi-risk cancellation insurance
- Single room
- No return from Staint-Guilhem-le-Désert
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,
- 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
As an option, L’autre Chemin offers:
If you want to hike trail and carry your own backpack : Enjoy a €60 discount on your trip.
If you don’t want to take the return shuttle to Aumon-Aubrac: Enjoy a €50 discount on your trip.
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 encounters. Note: The stages along the trail 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 Saint-Guilhem Trail offers a range of amenities. Generally, bathrooms are integrated into the rooms, but they may be located on the landing or shared in some accommodations.
Whether you’d like to book your stay on the Stevenson Trail or have any additional questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
By car
- Paris: 620 km
- Lyon: 250 km
- Clermont-Ferrand: 200 km
- Marseille: 255 km
- Toulouse: 240 km
- Montpellier: 180 km
Parking in Saint-Énimie To park a vehicle for several days in Sainte-Énimie, choose:
- The parking lot located along Rue de la Chabiscole (at the top of the village)
- The parking lot is located at the exit of the village towards Ispagnac / Florac.
You can find them on the map. Do not park in the gravel pit parking lot, which is in a flood zone, or on the main street (there are opportunities for events on this street).
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