Visiting Le Puy-en-Velay and its emblematic monuments is easy! The Pass'Card en Velay is a unique and pre-paid ticket, available on the internet and at the ticket offices of the sites, which gives access to 5 sites visited during your stay in Velay. The visitor can discover 5 monuments of the territory in complete freedom: the Corneille rock and the statue of Notre-Dame de France, the rock and the chapel of Saint-Michel d'Aiguilhe, the fortress of Polignac, the Cloister of the Cathedral and the Crozatier museum.
DISCOVERING THE MONUMENTS OF PUY-EN-VELAY
Le Puy-en-Velay is a jewel in the heart of the Auvergne Rhône-Alpes region. Discovering its history means discovering the exceptional heritage of our city, the capital of the hiking trails Saint-Jacques-de-Compostelle. Its major monuments are on high ground and thanks to the Pass' Card in Velay, you benefit from a group offer at preferential rates to visit:
- Corneille rock and the statue of Our Lady of France
- the rock and the Saint-Michel d’Aiguilhe chapel
- the fortress of Polignac
- the Cloister of the Cathedral
- the Crozatier museum
The advantages of Pass' Card in Velay
The advantages of the Pass' Card in Velay are numerous for our visitors:
- A 3 or 5 monument formula
- A single ticket to access the monuments you prefer
- 72 hours to use Pass' 3, one year for Pass' 5
- One payment and discounted visits
The chapter house, which accommodated the canons of the cathedral, is decorated with a fresco of the Crucifixion from the 13th century, of Byzantine inspiration. Although restored in the 19th century, the cloister presents a remarkable series of historic capitals from the 12th century as well as a wrought iron gate from the beginning of the 13th century.
Housed in the former States Hall of Velay, the Treasury brings together numerous works of religious art.
Starting point of the path Saint-Jacques-de-Compostelle
From April 1 to October 31, every day, the pilgrims' mass is celebrated in Notre-Dame du Puy Cathedral. The walkers who set off on the path to Saint-Jacques-de-Compostelle attend this mass and receive the blessing. Then, a curious staircase leading directly under the nave opens and reveals the steps as well as rue des Tables, the starting point for hikers heading towards Montbonnet or Saint-Privat d'Allier for the first stage! Before setting off, you can also ask for your credentials.
Practical information
What is Pass' Card in Velay?
It is a single, pre-paid ticket, available online and at the ticket offices of the sites, which gives access to 5 sites visited during your stay in Velay. The visitor can discover 5 monuments of the territory in complete freedom: the Corneille rock and the statue of Notre-Dame de France, the rock and the chapel of Saint-Michel d'Aiguilhe, the fortress of Polignac, the Cloister of the Cathedral and the Crozatier museum.
What is the price of the Pass' Card in Velay?
Pass' Card prices in Velay:
– 3 Monument Pass: (to be used within 72 hours among the 5 monuments of your choice)
Full price = 14€
Young people aged 6 to 18 = €6
Free for less than 6 years
– 5 monument pass: (to be used over the year)
Full price = 18€
Young people aged 6 to 18 = €7,50
Free for less than 6 years
How long is my Pass' Card valid in Velay?
The Pass' Card in Velay will be on sale from March 15, 2025 but their validity date begins on March 29, 2025!
If you are the holder of a Pass' Card in Velay 3 monuments, You have 72 hours to visit the 3 sites you prefer, starting from your arrival at the first monument visited.
For the 5 Monuments Pass, your ticket is valid from March 29, 2025 until November 11, 2025.
To discover…
with Pass' Card in Velay
