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You can change your choice at any time by clicking on "Cookies settings" at the bottom of our website. The Puy cathedral has one of the most beautiful Romanesque cloisters in Europe, famous for its polychrome arcades and its remarkable capitals, listed as World Heritage by Unesco. Your first walk starts from the steps of the cathedral of Le Puy-en-velay. Today, you take the way of Velay massif. The particularity lies in its landscape alternating rock, greenery and rural landscapes typical of this region that you can admire throughout the walk.
Passing by the chapel of Rochegude and its promotory, enjoy the stunning view on the gorges of Allier. On your way, you will be able to see the rustic villages and hamlets typical of the region, before finishing your stage in Saugues. After breakfast, your walk continues to Le Sauvage, an agricultural hilltop area dating from the Templar period. Distance: 27,5 km. Arrival in Aumont-Aubrac, end of your walking trip. This journey covers the initial stages of the Puy Way pilgrimage route.
You can choose to follow this first section or extend your journey by traversing a longer portion of the itinerary. This trip is suitable for those who have prior experience with multi-day hiking due to the length of the stages, especially the 33 km one.
For our trips, we always choose accommodation with private rooms and private bathrooms. In rare cases, shared accommodations or shared bathrooms may be provided, so we recommend carefully checking the inclusions section to understand the type of accommodation included in the trip you are interested in. We place great importance on the choice of accommodations and select hotels with care and attention. We understand how essential it is to rest well after a day of walking.
