Our services for The Santiago de Compostela route

Interactive map: stages and accommodation

Discover The Santiago de Compostela route

The Compostela Way (GR 65), from Le Puy-en-Velay to Lectoure, is an iconic section of the famous pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela. This nearly 470 km stretch, achievable in around 20 days of hiking, offers a unique hiking experience through varied landscapes and remarkable cultural richness.

The Via Podiensis starts from Le Puy-en-Velay, a historic town known for its Notre-Dame Cathedral, historic center, and iconic Virgin statue. From the very first kilometers, pilgrims are immersed in stunning landscapes, with panoramic views of the Velay mountains and the Allier gorges.

Along the way, hikers pass through picturesque towns and villages such as Saugues, famous for its English Tower, and across the Aubrac plateaus, a wild and preserved region. Each stage offers the opportunity to discover architectural treasures and local traditions.

The path then descends towards the Lot valley and Conques, with its Sainte-Foy Abbey, a jewel of Romanesque art. Pilgrims discover the town of Figeac, where they can visit the Champollion Museum, dedicated to the famous Egyptologist. Continuing southwest, hikers pass through Cahors, with its famous Valentré Bridge and Saint-Étienne Cathedral.

Finally, the hike continues through the vineyards of the Armagnac region, with notable stops in Moissac, known for its exceptional cloister, and Lectoure, a charming fortified town overlooking the Garonne valley.

Hike Lightly on the Compostela Way

To simplify your pilgrimage, we offer luggage and passenger transport services on the Compostela Way (GR 65) between Le Puy-en-Velay and Lectoure. These services allow you to hike light and fully enjoy the journey without the burden of your bags.

We also offer a vehicle transport service, allowing you to find your vehicle at the end of your hike - very convenient! If you need to return to your starting point or reach a train station, we can also arrange your transport by minibus. Feel free to contact us for more details and get ready to experience an unforgettable adventure on the Compostela Way (GR 65).

2024 Season on the Compostela Way: Good to Know

Generally, we offer our services from early April to late October. For 2024: from March 30 to October 31.

Variants between Figeac and Cahors

Besides the classic GR 65 route, we also provide luggage transport services on the Rocamadour variant and the Célé valley variant.

Note that the luggage transport service is provided by route and may not be available when linking different routes and variants !

The Spanish Part of the Compostela Way

In Spain, from the border to Santiago de Compostela, in collaboration with Spanish partners, we also offer luggage transport services on the Camino Francés.

The Santiago de Compostela route