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- Zen 2 – The Saint-James way with short stages from Aumont-Aubrac to Conques
€880 / pers
Luggage transfer & journey back included
Saint-Jacques from Aumont-Aubrac to Conques with short stages
Whether you’ve already completed the first part of the Chemin du Puy to Aumont-Aubrac or not, we offer a hike that combines the pleasure of walking and discovery. Take the time to embark on an adventure on the Way of Saint James (GR65) from Aumont-Aubrac to Conques.
For this walking trip, we have planned:
- Half-board accommodation* in comfortable guesthouses, hotels, or lodges with bed linen and towels included
- Luggage transport from one stage to the next (you only carry your daypack)
- Return by minibus from Conques to Aumont-Aubrac
Set off with peace of mind to fully enjoy your trek. A journey through time, following ancient footsteps… Ultreïa et buen camino!
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The benefits of your hike:
- You travel independently and follow the provided travel diary.
- Take advantage of our guide app to download to your smartphone (guidance, tourist information).
- Your accommodations are offered on a half-board basis except in Conques booked with B&B basis
- Your luggage is delivered at each stopover (one bag, max. 13kg/person).
- Your journey back in minibus to the starting point is included in our packages.
Your itinerary:
- Elevation gain +2,520 m
- Self-guided hike Trail accessible to most people
- Family: Short stages ideal for family walking (depending on the children’s motivation)
- Accommodation: Private room (B&B, cottage, hotel, or alternative accommodation)
- What’s the climate like? See our Frequently Asked Questions
Note: The steps are given for information purposes only and may be modified depending on host availability.
Considered the gateway to Aubrac, the village of Aumont-Aubrac captivates visitors with its distinctive architecture and omnipresent nature.
Discover:
> Saint-Etienne Church
> The Priory House (Tourist Office)
Walk amidst endless landscapes, burons, and water. It's all there; you're walking through a real postcard. Incredible Aubrac!
Note: Prinsuéjols has limited accommodation options and if this is not possible, we will offer you accommodation in Montgros (23.5km).
Discover:
• La Chaze de Peyre
> The Romanesque church
Continue your journey through the heart of the meadows to reach the Roc des Loups, a granite chaotic formation with its oculus, before descending towards Le Bus and the Marcahstel bridge. You'll pass through Nasbinals and then reach Aubrac, concluding your journey by joining the Aveyron.
Discover:
The Roc des Loups and its oculus
• Rieutord d'Aubrac
> The village
• Nasbinals
> The town's general architecture
• Aubrac
> The 12th-century Domerie church
> The Tour des Perdus, which rang for lost pilgrims
> The old hospital
> The Maison de l'Aubrac
> Our Lady of the Gentians of Aubrac
From Aubrac, you'll reach the statue of Notre Dame des Gentianes before reaching Saint-Chély d'Aubrac and its pilgrims' bridge. Then it will be time, no doubt with regret, to leave the Aubrac plateau. Rest assured, what awaits you is very pleasant, including the discovery of the majestic Lot Valley! You will arrive in the magnificent town of Saint-Come d'Olt and its twisted bell towers, waiting to be discovered...
Discover:
• Saint-Chély d'Aubrac
> The pilgrims' bridge
> The church
> The wash houses
> The half-timbered houses
• Saint-Come d'Olt - Labeled "Most Beautiful Villages of France"
> The twisted bell tower of the church
> The overall architecture of the town
> The slate roofs
> The Chapel of the Penitents
> The gentle way of life on the banks of the Lot
You continue your walk along the Lot River to Espalion and then Estaing. A beautiful stage rich in architectural discoveries.
Please note: depending on accommodation availability, the stage may be offered in Espalion (10 km).
Discover:
• Espalion
> The old pink sandstone bridge
> The Old Palace
> The Diving Suit Museum!
> The Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions - Joseph Vaylet
> Rouergue Museum
• Bessuéjouls
> St. Pierre Church built of pink stone
• Estaing - Labeled "Most Beautiful Villages of France"
> The Gothic Bridge over the Lot
> Estaing Castle
From Estaing, head back up to Golinhac or Campuac, depending on accommodation options.
An alternative route is available if you're staying in Campuac - Historic Route
Discover:
• Golinhac
> Romanesque Church
Conques is not far away, and you'll end your journey in style with the discovery of Conques, the pearl of Rouergue. Simply magnificent, with its Sainte-Foy Abbey seemingly emerging from nowhere! You'll spend one last night on the Camino de Santiago in Conques, with your return planned for the next day.
If staying in Campuac: Route via the GR6 to rejoin the GR65 at Campagnac
Discover:
• Espeyrac
> Church
> A close connection with a Gallo-Roman centurion
> The astonishing village of Soulié
• Conques
> The Sainte-Foy Abbey and its tympanum depicting the Last Judgment
> The Treasure of Conques
> The general architecture of the village and its atmosphere
> The Joseph Fau Museum
> The peaceful Dourdou Valley
Meet at 8 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. depending on your choice where a shuttle will take you from Conques to Aumont-Aubrac (Arrival at 10:30 a.m. or 3:45 p.m. depending on departure time and road conditions).
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)
- Journey back to Aumont-Aubrac by regular shuttle
- Telephone assistance
Available options:
- Multi-risk cancellation insurance
- Single room
- No return from Conques
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:
The Credential The pilgrim’s passport to be stamped at each stop.
We offer the Credential of the Friends of the Way of Saint James as an option. No need to travel; it will be sent to you with your travel diary before your departure. However, if you plan to attend the Pilgrims’ Mass at 7 a.m. at Le Puy Cathedral, you can find credential on site. Price: €7 / credential when booking your hike
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 Camino 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 want to book your stay or ask us any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
By train
Pssst! Peyre d’Aubrac has a train station. What if this was an opportunity to limit our carbon footprint?
By car
Peyre d’Aubrac is accessible via the A75 motorway from Clermont-Ferrand and Montpellier.
- Paris: 555 km
- Lyon: 300 km
- Clermont-Ferrand: 140 km
- Marseille: 360 km
- Toulouse: 250 km
- Montpellier: 195 km
Parking
- Free parking at the train station (unattended)
- Paid parking is available at the Gervais garage. Now, it’s up to you to choose your means of transportation to reach your starting point!
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