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Experience an exceptional start to 2025 in Le Puy-en-Velay and its region. Discover a unique heritage and punctuate your stay with the city's many activities.
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Le Puy-en-Velay
Between picturesque streets, majestic cathedral and panoramic views, immerse yourself in an authentic experience combining history, spirituality and breathtaking landscapes.
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.
To discover
In VELAY
From medieval castles to charming villages and breathtaking natural panoramas, the destination is full of gems to explore.
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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!
Events in Velay
Major events
Across the fields: a unique exhibition at Puy-en-Velay
12 November 202405 January 2025
After the exhibition Self-portraits. From Cézanne to Van Gogh in partnership with the Musée d'Orsay, which was a great success in 2023 with more than 57 visitors, the Musée Crozatier in Puy-en-Velay is once again welcoming a famous cultural institution.
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.
More informationPuy of Lights
04 July14 September 2025
Puy de Lumières highlights 9 iconic heritage sites until midnight every summer evening.
Interpeople
21 July27 July 2025
Traveling around the world in 7 days is possible in Puy-en-Velay with the international folklore festival: Interfolk.
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.
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.
Basaltic Nights
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.
Celtic Festival in Gévaudan
07 August09 August 2025
The festival showcases talented artists inspired by Celtic music with 3 days of concerts.
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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12 days / 11 nights
The Way of St. James: From Puy-en-Velay to Conques
14 days / 13 nights
The Stevenson Trail on foot: From Puy-en-Velay to St-Jean-du-Gard
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