Camino Le Puy
Camino de Santiago

Camino Le Puy

Walk one of France's greatest pilgrimage trails, crossing volcanic highlands, wild plateaux and rolling Gascon countryside from Le Puy-en-Velay to the gateway of the Pyrenees.

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Overview

First walked over a thousand years ago and recognised today as a UNESCO World Heritage trail, the Camino Le Puy remains one of the world's most rewarding long-distance walks. The route begins in Le Puy-en-Velay, a striking city of volcanic spires in the Auvergne, and travels 750 kilometres through some of France's most varied and beautiful landscapes before finishing in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port at the foot of the Pyrenees.

The scenery shifts at every turn. The wild, windswept Aubrac plateau gives way to the medieval stone villages of the Aveyron, the deep river valleys of the Lot and finally the vineyards and gentle hills of Gascony. Along the way, Conques, Figeac and Cahors reward walkers with Romanesque abbeys, ancient bridges and outstanding regional cuisine.

Walk the full 750 kilometres or choose a section that suits your time and ambition. Either way, this is a trail with genuine history beneath your feet and something new around every bend.

Available Walks

Camino Le Puy: Via Podiensis Full Route - 37 Days
Self-Guided

Camino Le Puy: Via Podiensis Full Route - 37 Days

Duration37 days
Walking Grade
5
From$8,495
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St Jean Pied de Port - Bridge Camino de Santiago start
Self-Guided

Camino Le Puy: Stage 6 - Aire Sur L'Adour to St. Jean Pied de Port - 9 Days

Duration9 days
Walking Grade
3
From$2,580
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French-Basque-Country-scaled
Self-Guided

Camino Le Puy: Stage 5 - Lectoure to Aire Sur L'Adour - 8 Days

Duration8 days
Walking Grade
2
From$1,595
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Camino Le Puy: Stage 4 - Cahors to Lectoure - 8 Days
Self-Guided

Camino Le Puy: Stage 4 - Cahors to Lectoure - 8 Days

Duration8 days
Walking Grade
4
From$1,595
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Lot River valley in cajarc
Self-Guided

Camino Le Puy: Stage 3 - Conques to Cahors - 8 Days

Duration8 days
Walking Grade
3
From$1,730
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Camino de Santiago walking wooden poles and shells
Self-Guided

Camino Le Puy: Stage 2 - Aumont Aubrac to Conques - 8 Days

Duration8 days
Walking Grade
3
From$1,865
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T19T Le Puy en-Velay
Self-Guided

Camino Le Puy: Stage 1 - Le Puy en Velay to Aumont Aubrac - 6 Days

Duration6 days
Walking Grade
4
From$1,295
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The Camino Le Puy experience

Wonder
Walk all or part of the 730 kilometre Via Podiensis from Le Puy-en-Velay to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port
Pass through the Abbey Church of Sainte-Foy, one of the great Romanesque pilgrimage shrines of France
Walk through Estaing, Figeac, Cahors, and Moissac, among the most beautiful medieval towns in France
Wellness
A deeply contemplative route across rural France, away from the crowds of the Spanish Camino
Savour regional cuisine and wines at each stage, from Auvergne cheeses to Cahors reds
The quieter nature of this French Camino means authentic encounters with rural communities at every stage
Nature
Begin among the volcanic plateaus of Le Puy-en-Velay and cross the wild Aubrac plateau
Walk through rolling vineyards, lush river valleys, and the gentle hills of Gascony
Finish with the Pyrenees rising ahead as you approach the gateway to Spain at Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port
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More About This Destination

There are better times than others to walk the Camino. On almost all of the Caminos, spring and autumn are the best times. Mid-summer can be a little warmer. Early winter is possible, but the accommodations along the route are less likely to be open.

Frequently asked questions

Unfortunately, walkers cannot travel with the luggage. The information you are provided with has details for local taxi numbers, bus and train timetables should you wish to not walk on any day. Your accommodation hosts will also have up to date information and advice should you wish to travel to the next destination by local transport. As always, you can call us in the office should you need help during your walk.

Of course, please let us know at the time of booking if you would like to extend your time in region.

We don't allow children under the age of 12 to do this walk.

Absolutely. Many people choose to complete stages of the Camino as a solo walker. There are many people walking the route and many of the overnight stays welcome hordes of walkers which means you can choose to walk your own journey or join in the camaraderie of walking with others.

Subject to a single occupancy payment, single rooms are available. However, due to the limited accommodation single rooms might not always be available for every night of the tour, but we will let you know your options throughout the booking process.

Of course, we’re happy to discuss your needs.

Of course, please let us know at the time of booking if you would like to extend your time in the region.

We wouldn’t suggest completing the itinerary in less than 38 days but 39 days with an extra night along the way is always a good idea. Speak to the office to insert another rest day if you want to when booking.

Of course, please let us know at the time of booking if you would like to extend your time in the region.

Of course, we’re happy to discuss your needs.

Of course, please let us know at the time of booking if you would like to extend your time in the region by adding rest days or extra time before or after the walk.

There are places we can add extra rest days, please speak to our destination consultants. Conques is described as "one of the nicest towns on the whole Le Puy route," Conques, with its Romanesque Abbey, seems is an ideal place for a break to soak in its beauty and history. Cahors is about half way and is another place to include a rest day. This suggests it's a place worth spending extra time, possibly due to its attractions or amenities.

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