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Experience an exceptional autumn in Puy-en-Velay and its region. Discover a unique heritage and punctuate your stay with the many activities in the city.

Celebrate Christmas in Velay!

Celebrate Christmas in Velay!

Celebrate Christmas in Velay!
Discover the art of living in Velay

Your EN VELAY magazine is available!

Your EN VELAY magazine is available!
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This winter, treat yourself to a cocooning moment

This winter, treat yourself to a cocooning moment
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Visit

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
Bookable online

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
Bookable online

The Rocher Saint-Michel d’Aiguilhe

The Rocher Saint-Michel d’Aiguilhe
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Take the start of

Saint-Jacques of Compostela

In Puy-en-Velay, adventure on the Chemin de Saint-Jacques begins at the foot of the cathedral, between historic streets and palpable spirituality. A departure full of tradition and emotion.

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Organize your visit

Organize your visit
View of Le Puy-en-Velay, capital of the footpaths Saint-Jacques of Compostela

Make his Saint-Jacques

Make his Saint-Jacques
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

To discover

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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two wheels

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

Sports

in white water

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

Events in Velay

Major events

The 15 km from the puy

04 May04 May 2025

The 15 km of Le Puy is a foot race which takes place in the heart of Le Puy-en-Velay and consists of a loop to be covered twice.

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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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.

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.

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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The Pelerine Le Puy Nasbinals

7 days / 6 nights

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

The Way of St. James: From Puy-en-Velay to Nasbinals
The Other Way of St. James by Bike
From 885 € 

7 days / 6 nights

Compostela by mountain bike/electric bike: From Puy en Velay to Conques

Compostela by mountain bike/electric bike: From Puy en Velay to Conques
The Stevenson Way on foot: From Puy-en-Velay to Chasseradès

7 days / 6 nights

The Stevenson Way on foot: From Puy-en-Velay to Chasseradès

The Stevenson Way on foot: From Puy-en-Velay to Chasseradès
Gourmet stay_Alleyras
From 245 € 

2 days / 1 nights

Gourmet stay

Gourmet stay
Stay in my beautiful countryside_Saint-Geneys-près-Saint-Paulien
From 275 € 

Stay in my beautiful countryside

Stay in my beautiful countryside