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Trip

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

Top 6 tips for an autumn in Velay

Top 6 tips for an autumn in Velay

Top 6 tips for an autumn in Velay
Win your hot air balloon flight!

Win your hot air balloon flight!

Win your hot air balloon flight!
Via Velay by bike

The Via Velay

The Via Velay
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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.

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The Cathedral of Our Lady of Le Puy-en-Velay

The Cathedral of Our Lady of Le Puy-en-Velay
View of the Notre-Dame de France statue in Puy-en-Velay

Velay in 1, 2 or 3 days!

Velay in 1, 2 or 3 days!
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
Great GR hike

GR® – Long-distance Hiking

GR® – Long-distance Hiking
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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Carrefour

hiking

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Passion

two wheels

Mountain biking in Allier at the Rochegude chapel

Sports

in white water

Home

Carrefour

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

Exhibition "French Excellence"

June 06, 2025 - January 03 , 2027

From June 6, 2026 to January 3, 2027, the Crozatier Museum showcases the expertise of the workshops of Puy-en-Velay, Alençon, Gobelins, Sèvres… through works in lace, ceramics, gigantic tapestries and exceptional furniture.

Everything you need to know about the exhibition

Henri Matisse, in the adventure of fabric

July 04 - October 18 , 2026

The Doyenné art space in Brioude is offering an exceptional exhibition from July 4th to October 18th, 2026: Henri Matisse in the adventure of fabric!

To discover here

Hot Air Balloon Gathering in Velay

November 06 - November 08 , 2026

Every year, the international hot air balloon gathering colors the Velay sky from the iconic monuments of Velay!

Hot air balloons in Velay

The Trail of Saint-Jacques by UTMB

June 18 - June 20 , 2027

Various challenges, races or hikes, allow you to experience your Spiritrail quest on the path to Saint-Jacques-of Compostela. See you from June 18 to 20, 2027 for this exceptional event between Gévaudan and Velay!

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

Canoe fishing on the Allier river in all seasons

2 days / 1 nights

Canoe fishing on the Allier river in all seasons

Canoe fishing on the Allier river in all seasons
The Other Way Via Fluvia

7 days / 6 nights

A bit of Via Fluvia and a bit of paths

A bit of Via Fluvia and a bit of paths
The Pelerine Le Puy Nasbinals

7 days / 6 nights

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

The Way of St. James: From Puy-en-Velay to Aumont-Aubrac
Gourmet stay_Alleyras

2 days / 1 nights

Star-studded gourmet stay

Star-studded gourmet stay
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