Leave in the morning on the way to Saint-Jacques, come back in the evening by shuttle! Yes, the path of Saint-Jacques in a single day it is possible. You will be able to say: “I have done the 1st step!”. Discover the legendary GR®65 from Puy-en-Velay on a day of hiking with a return in the evening. An ideal formula for testing the path of Saint-Jacques and, why not, want to continue the journey!
The Way of Saint-Jacques
in just one day!
Have you ever had the idea of setting off on the most legendary pilgrimage route? Become a pilgrim, for just one day, to experience this unique atmosphere and understand the path to Saint-Jacques on one step. Leaving from Puy-en-Velay Cathedral or Place du Plot, you will have the choice of stopping at Montbonnet (15.5 km) or continue a little further until Saint-Privat-d’Allier (24 km).
Where is the start of the path? Saint-Jacques in Puy-en-Velay ?
It is one of the cult moments for pilgrims leaving for Saint-Jacques of Compostela. Moment of meeting and communion, the 7 a.m. mass is a must for your stay. This ceremony takes place every day inside Puy-en-Velay Cathedral. A blessing dedicated to pilgrims is given at the end, it is often a time of meeting and exchanges with other pilgrims who, like you, will begin their journey.
Le official departure of the GR65 path Saint-Jacques is located at Place du Plot in Puy-en-Velay. From the cathedral, go down the rue des tables then at the fountain, turn left on rue Saint-Raphaël, you will then arrive directly on the Place du Plot. Several signs will finally show you the street Saint-Jacques and the distance that separates you from your goal. Right path !
