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Welcome to Velay

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Experience an exceptional summer in Puy-en-Velay and its region. Discover a unique heritage during your vacation! Pace your stay with the city's many festivals and events.

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Hike during the fall in Velay!

Hike during the fall in Velay!
Les Halles du Velay: the gourmet event of this fall
From 3€

Les Halles du Velay: the gourmet event of this fall

Les Halles du Velay: the gourmet event of this fall
Win your hot air balloon flight!

Win your hot air balloon flight!

Win your hot air balloon flight!
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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
GR65 Via Podiensis Aubrac
Bookable online

Compostela in 1 weekend

Compostela in 1 weekend
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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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Carrefour

hiking

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Passion

two wheels

Mountain biking in Allier at the Rochegude chapel

Sports

in white water

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hiking

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

Passion

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

Across the fields: a unique exhibition at Puy-en-Velay

02 September 202405 January 2025

The Pompidou Center in Paris is coming to the Crozatier museum in Puy-en-Velay!

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Hot air balloons in Velay

08 November10 November 2024

Every year in November, the great international gathering of hot air balloons colors the sky of Velay!

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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 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 your desire: sport, relaxation, cultural, festivals,...

The Pelerine Le Puy Nasbinals
From 680 € 

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 Pilgrim Le Puy Conques
From 1240 € 

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
The Other Way of St. James by Bike
From 875 € 

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
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From 1440 € 

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
The Other Stevenson Bike Path
From 970 € 

8 days / 7 nights

Stevenson Trail by electric bike or hybrid bike

Stevenson Trail by electric bike or hybrid bike
The Other Way Via Fluvia
From 820 € 

7 days / 6 nights

A bit of Via Fluvia and a bit of paths

A bit of Via Fluvia and a bit of paths