On June 13, 14 and 15, Le Puy-en-Velay and the Velay region will vibrate to the rhythm of the 13th edition of the Trail du Saint-Jacques by UTMB®. With a new record of nearly 7 runners expected, the event confirms its status as a must-see international trail running event. But there's also a whole host of activities, tours, and entertainment on offer that weekend in Le Puy-en-Velay!
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Visit the town of Le Puy-en-Velay
Take the time to visit our monuments at reduced rates thanks to the Passcard : the cathedral and cloister of Puy-en-Velay, the statue of Notre-Dame de France, the rock and chapel of Saint-Michel d'Aiguilhe, the Crozatier museum and the fortress of Polignac.
If you are looking for a guided tour of the city, it is possible to book here.
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Discover immersive shows
Imagine boarding an aircraft to discover the Haute-Loire department or even going back in time in the company of the Marquis Lafayette and the great Impressionist painters... To do this, book your show sessions now. Compostella et Land of Giants !
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Meet Delacroix at the Crozatier Museum
In addition to its permanent exhibitions, the Crozatier Museum Le Puy-en-Velay is currently showcasing a painting by the famous painter Delacroix, "The Tiger Hunt," in partnership with the Musée d'Orsay in Paris. So, head to the Crozatier Museum via the lovely Henri Vinay public garden!
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See the exhibition “ Saint-Jacques-de-Compostelle » on the Camino
Would you like to know more about the famous path of Saint-Jacques-de-Compostelle? Then come and discover the incredible garden café of Camino at 2 rue de la Manécanterie, near the cathedral of Puy-en-Velay. You can also enjoy the Camino museum as well as a brand new exhibition " Saint-Jacques-de-Compostelle” by a local artist, Anne Baudequin.
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Enjoy the farmers' market on Saturday mornings
What's better than discovering a region through its gastronomy? To do so, head to the producers' market on Saturday mornings in Le Puy-en-Velay at the Place du Plot, Place du Martouret, Place du Marché Couvert, and Place Cadelade. And don't hesitate to extend the gastronomic pleasure at our local restaurants!
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Attend the “Destination Podcasts” festival
This year, Destination Podcast shares the agenda with the Grand Trail du Saint-Jacques. Specialized podcasters (La Bande à D+, Course Épique, Ultra Talk, etc.) will discuss their practices. The cream of the crop of trail podcasters in France will be present in Puy-en-Velay for the occasion… Enough to give an unprecedented spotlight to the event race!
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Stroll through the finish village and support the runners
And if you simply waited for the arrival of the runners of the legendary Trail du Saint-Jacques ? To do this, go to the Trail village, Monseigneur de Galard Square in Puy-en-Velay.
Highlights of the arrivals for each race:
– ULTRA (134 km) Saturday June 14 between 9:45 a.m. and 10:15 a.m.
– GRAND TRAIL DU ST JACQUES (81 km) Saturday June 14 around 15 p.m.
– CHIBOTTES (26 km) Saturday June 14 around 16:30 p.m.
– 12 KM FROM DOLAIZON (12 km) Sunday June 15 around 9:10 a.m.
– MONISTRAIL (54 km) Sunday June 15 around 10:45 a.m.
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Celebrate the Trail with music
Several music groups will be present throughout the Trail du races Saint-Jacques :
– MADSOUND in Saugues Friday June 13 from 18 p.m. to 20:30 p.m.
– T'COOL SANS NOM at Riou Saturday June 14 from 16 p.m. to 19 p.m. and Sunday June 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 14 p.m.
– BATALA MASSIF Saturday June 14 from 15 p.m. to 16:45 p.m. in Chibottes and from 18 p.m. to 20 p.m. in Puy-en-Velay and Sunday June 15 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in Saint Jean Lachalm
– PICK & POP in Saint Privat d'Allier Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 June in the morning
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