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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.

Archery competition at the Renaissance Festival of the King of the Bird in Puy-en-Velay

Getting around during the Renaissance Festival

Getting around during the Renaissance Festival
Parade and entertainment at the Renaissance Festival of the King of the Bird in Puy-en-Velay
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All about the King of the Bird

All about the King of the Bird
Parade and entertainment at the Renaissance Festival of the King of the Bird in Puy-en-Velay
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Visit Le Puy-en-Velay during the King of the Bird

Visit Le Puy-en-Velay during the King of the Bird
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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
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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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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 Bains
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Compostela in 1 day

Compostela in 1 day
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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hiking

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Passion

two wheels

Mountain biking in Allier at the Rochegude chapel

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Carrefour

hiking

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

Puy of Lights

05 July15 September 2024

Puy de Lumières enhances 9 emblematic heritage sites until midnight every summer evening. Magnificent animated visual and audio projections will take you on a journey and discover our splendid destination from July 5, 2024.

Puy of Lights

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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The Renaissance Festival of the Bird King

18 September22 September 2024

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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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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Plan my stay

Find all the stays in Velay, whatever your desire: sport, relaxation, cultural, festivals,...

hikers
From 98 € 

2 days / 1 nights

pilgrim for a day

pilgrim for a day
Large Plateaus
From 880 € 

8 days / 7 nights

Large Plateaus

Large Plateaus
Fou d'Allier
From 870 € 

7 days / 6 nights

Fou d'Allier

Fou d'Allier
The Cistre Route
From 455 € 

5 days / 4 nights

The Cistre Route

The Cistre Route
Volcanic Lake – 4 or 3 days
From 280 € 

3 days / 2 nights

Volcanic Lake – 4 or 3 days

Volcanic Lake – 4 or 3 days
The waves of the Loire Sauvage by VAE or VTC
From 620 € 

6 days / 5 nights

The waves of the Loire Sauvage by VAE or VTC

The waves of the Loire Sauvage by VAE or VTC