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Enjoy an exceptional stay in Puy-en-Velay and visit a city with a thousand-year-old UNESCO heritage.

Mountain biking in Allier at the Rochegude chapel

I'm taking advantage of spring to discover Velay

I'm taking advantage of spring to discover Velay
Notre-Dame du Puy Cathedral during Puy de Lumières

Puy de Lumières returns on July 4th!

Puy de Lumières returns on July 4th!
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Activities around the Trail of Saint-Jacques

Activities around the Trail of Saint-Jacques
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Exploring

Le Puy-en-Velay

Between picturesque streets, majestic cathedral and panoramic views, immerse yourself in an authentic experience combining history, spirituality and breathtaking landscapes.

View of the Notre-Dame de France statue in Puy-en-Velay
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The Notre-Dame de France statue

The Notre-Dame de France statue
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Notre-Dame du Puy Cathedral

Notre-Dame du Puy Cathedral
View of the rock and the Saint-Michel d'Aiguilhe chapel
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The Rocher Saint-Michel d’Aiguilhe

The Rocher Saint-Michel d’Aiguilhe
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Our major itineraries

In Puy-en-Velay, take the big start on our legendary paths like the Stevenson Trail GR®70 or towards Saint-Jacques-de-Compostelle GR®65.

On the GR70 path to Stevenson

GR®70 Stevenson Path

GR®70 Stevenson Path
Practical information Saint Jacques

All the practical information

All the practical information
View of Le Puy-en-Velay, European capital of railways Saint-Jacques of Compostela

GR®65 From Puy-en-Velay to Conques

GR®65 From Puy-en-Velay to Conques

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In VELAY

From medieval castles to charming villages and breathtaking natural panoramas, the destination is full of gems to explore.

La Chaise-Dieu Abbey drone view

The jewel of the Chaise-Dieu

40 minutes from Puy-en-Velay

The jewel of the Chaise-Dieu
Hike towards the summit of Mont Mézenc

His majesty, Mount Mezenc

45 minutes from Puy-en-Velay

His majesty, Mount Mezenc
View of the Polignac fortress

The Fortress of Polignac

10 minutes from Puy-en-Velay

The Fortress of Polignac
The Sainte-Marie des Chazes chapel in the Allier gorges

The Allier gorges

20 minutes from Puy-en-Velay

The Allier gorges
The Loire gorges

The Loire gorges

15 minutes from Puy-en-Velay

The Loire gorges
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Mountain biking in Allier at the Rochegude chapel

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The destination promises adventures rich in discoveries, between historical heritage, bucolic trails and a unique communion with nature.

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The natural landscapes of Velay offer breathtaking cycling and mountain biking tours!

Sports

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Between the Loire and the Allier, come and enjoy a refreshing break with our many water activities.

Events in Velay

Major events

Raymond Depardon Exhibition

01 mai21 September 2025

La Chaise-Dieu is continuing its cycle of exhibitions featuring great photographers with, from May 1 to September 21, 2025, in collaboration with the Magnum Agency, an event exhibition featuring 95 photographs by the famous photographer.

Raymond Depardon Exhibition

The Trail of Saint-Jacques by UTMB

13 June15 June 2025

Go against the current of the GR65 to reach Le Puy-en-Velay. This is the goal of the participants who take this legendary, world-famous route. Different events, races or hikes allow you to experience your Spiritrail quest.

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COMPOSTELLA

14 June01 November 2025

Welcome to Compostella, the largest digital art center in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, located within the Hôtel-Dieu Cathedral complex in Le Puy-en-Velay. Compostella unveils its immersive scenographies using the latest technology.

Japan, archipelago of the arts

21 June 202504 January 2026

In 2025, the Crozatier Museum invites you on an exotic and refined journey to the Land of the Rising Sun. More than 400 Japanese pieces are a testament to a captivating civilization.

Japan, Archipelago of Arts

Jean Dubuffet, The Daily Challenge

28 June02 November 2025

From June 28 to November 2, 2025, Le Doyenné de Brioude presents a new exhibition entitled “Jean Dubuffet, The Daily Challenge”, bringing together more than fifty works, including paintings, sculptures and graphic works.

Puy of Lights

04 July14 September 2025

Puy de Lumières highlights 9 iconic heritage sites until midnight every summer evening.

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French Downhill Sports Championship

14 July18 July 2025

The French Canoeing, Kayaking and Paddle Sports Federation (FFCK) has chosen the Velay region and the Allier Gorges for the French Downhill Championship, which will take place from July 14 to 18, 2025.

Interpeople

22 July27 July 2025

Traveling around the world in 7 days is possible in Puy-en-Velay with the international folklore festival: Interfolk.

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The Nights of Saint-Jacques

24 July26 July 2025

The greatest artists of the French scene meet in Puy-en-Velay for the Nuits de Saint-Jacques, in the unique setting of the Henri Vinay garden.

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Craponne Country Festival

26 July27 July 2025

The 100% Country music festival in Craponne-sur-Arzon takes place every year on the last weekend of July.

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The Basaltics

30 July02 August 2025

The Nuits Basaltiques festival takes place in Puy-en-Velay every year in July with 4 evenings dedicated to traditional music and dance from Auvergne and other regions.

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Celtic Festival in Gévaudan

07 August09 August 2025

The festival showcases talented artists inspired by Celtic music with 3 days of concerts.

Celtic festival in Gévaudan

The Chaise-Dieu festival

20 August30 August 2025

Every late summer, the Sacred Music Festival of La Chaise-Dieu brings together thousands of music lovers and internationally renowned artists in the heart of the high plateaus of Velay.

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The Renaissance Festival of the Bird King

17 September21 September 2025

The town of Puy-en-Velay plunges back into the Renaissance every year in September with the Renaissance Festivals of the King of the Bird. See you from September 18 to 22, 2024.

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Find all the stays in Velay, whatever you want: sport, relaxation, culture, festivals...

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Stay in my beautiful countryside

Stay in my beautiful countryside
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2 days / 1 nights

Gourmet stay

Gourmet stay
The Pilgrim Le Puy Conques

12 days / 11 nights

The Way of St. James: From Puy-en-Velay to Conques

The Way of St. James: From Puy-en-Velay to Conques
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14 days / 13 nights

The Stevenson Trail on foot: From Puy-en-Velay to St-Jean-du-Gard

The Stevenson Trail on foot: From Puy-en-Velay to St-Jean-du-Gard