Introduction to the San-Régis Trail from Le Puy-en-Velay to Lalouvesc

Note: The stages of the Chemin de Saint-Régis are given for information purposes only and may be modified depending on accommodation 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
• Tourist taxes
• Luggage transport (maximum 13 kg/person – Max dimensions : L + W + H : 120cm)
• Journey back to le Puy-en-Velay
• Your digital travel and guidebook
• The guidebook (1 copy per 3 travelers)
• Telephone assistance

Available options:

• Multi-risk cancellation insurance
• Single room
• No return from Lalouvesc
• No luggage transfer
• Step log
• The printed travel app

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

Optional extras from L’autre Chemin:

• If you would like to hike and carry your own backpack (option to be selected by all participants — no mixing of options).
• If you don’t need the journey back from Lalouvesc  (option to be selected by all participants — no mixing of options).
• The Step log: The hiker’s passport, to be stamped at each stage along the way.
• Printing and postal delivery of your digital travel booklet in a handy printed format.

L’Autre Chemin has developed numerous partnerships with guesthouses and small hotels (, ***, or equivalent) to offer you comfort and authenticity, making each stage an opportunity to discover architecture, lifestyle, gastronomy, as well as a moment for exchange and meeting new people.

Please note: The stages along the route are determined according to the pace we consider most suitable. We strive to offer stages that provide comfort, discovery, and authenticity in hotels, guesthouses, gîtes, or unique accommodations. However, the level of comfort may vary. Usually, bathrooms are en-suite, but depending on availability at the time of booking, the bathroom or WC may be located on the landing or shared in some accommodations, though this remains relatively rare.

in hotels, guesthouses, gîtes, or unique 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 hike in 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 truly beautiful 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 on Sundays and public holidays
  7 days: €60 / 14 days: €100
  Reservation: +33 (0)4 71 02 03 54

• Le Puy-en-Velay Agglomeration Car Parks – Open-air city car parks
  Rates: €10 per week and €20 per month
  Subscriptions must be booked and paid in advance at the Mobilité-en-Velay customer service desk
  Tel: +33 (0)4 71 02 60 11
  (Open Monday to Friday, 9:00–12:00 and 13:30–18:00)
  Height limit: 2.20 m – Maximum length: 5.50 m

  • Bertrand de Doue Car Park – Non-video-monitored parking
    (near the train station)

  • Estrouilhas Car Park – Non-video-monitored parking

  • Quincieu Park-and-Ride – Non-video-monitored parking

  • Montredon Park-and-Ride – Non-video-monitored parking
    (city centre served by free bus)

  • Dunant Car Park – City centre served by free bus

• Train Station Car Park – Remotely monitored
  €6 / 24 hours

• Carmes Car Park – Remotely monitored
  €40 / week
  Reservation: +33 (0)7 68 10 76 81

• Foch Car Park – 6 Avenue du Maréchal Foch
  Video surveillance
  7 days: €40
  Reservation: +33 (0)7 68 10 76 81

• Saint-Jacques Car Park – City centre served by bus
  13 bis de Roderie – Aiguilhe
  Video surveillance
  Reservation: +33 (0)4 44 43 97 43
  7 days: €35

• La Malle Postale – Car park located 7 km from Le Puy
  Drop-off and pick-up included – 7 days a week
  7 days: €30 / 15 days: €50
  Reservation: +33 (0)4 71 04 21 79

Rates are given for information purposes only and are subject to change without notice.