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Servières Chapel
Tourist office
5.92 mi
+1,027 ft
-1,047 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Villecomtal (Aveyron)
Wooded ridges, fast-flowing streams rushing down from the plateau, terraced vineyards blending with the red soil, rocks, houses and the ancient town of Villecomtal: a hike full of contrasts.
The Chemin des Enfarinés
2.40 mi
+630 ft
-630 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Villecomtal (Aveyron)
This unusual old path through the woods tells a story dating back to the signing of the Concordat in 1801: that of the "enfarinés".
The Cruou Valley
Visorando Member
7.10 mi
+932 ft
-932 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Salles-la-Source (Aveyron)
At the gateway to the Marcillac vineyards, on the Causse Comtal plateau, a notch in the Vallée du Cruou splits this hub of civilisation where châteaux and manor houses dot the landscape among the devèzes, woods and streams.
The chapels of Marcillac-Vallon
8.05 mi
+1,532 ft
-1,526 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Marcillac-Vallon (Aveyron)
This circular route combines tarmac sections with an original route to discover four chapels located around the village of Marcillac-Vallon. Two marked sections (GR® 62 andPR®) make it easier to follow thesecond part of the route, from Saint-Jean-le-Froid, the highest point of this itinerary focused on small religious heritage sites.
Please note: a return variant has just been published following the deterioration of the path in the Bruéjouls ravine.
The Créneau balcony
10.31 mi
+1,325 ft
-1,306 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Marcillac-Vallon (Aveyron)
From Marcillac-Vallon, climb up to admire the Créneau valley on the right bank, with its waterfall gushing out in the middle of the village of Salles-la-Source. Then cross to the other bank to return first along a balcony path and then along a small road and shaded paths, inviting you to enjoy a bucolic walk that ends with a view of the valley from the famous Pont Rouge bridge in Marcillac-Vallon.
The Duzou balcony
7.89 mi
+860 ft
-853 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Cyprien-sur-Dourdou (Aveyron)
From Saint-Cyprien-sur-Dourdou, let's explore the ruins of a feudal castle at the confluence of the Créneau and Dourdou rivers, near the village of Nauviale with its red sandstone houses. The route is mainly on small roads with no traffic, but there is a climb up a forest track, following a section of a fitness trail and then a section along the ridge, which offers a superb view of the Duzou valley.
On the heights of Saint-Bauzels
5.60 mi
+699 ft
-676 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Espeyrac (Aveyron)
Near Conques, there is an easy circular with beautiful views of the Aveyron countryside. It straddles three municipalities: Espeyrac, Saint-Félix-de-Lunel and Sénergues.
The Campuac Plateau
5.32 mi
+256 ft
-269 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Campuac (Aveyron)
Set amidst lush, green farmland (cereals and livestock) dotted with hedgerows, this route offers a fascinating insight into the region’s traditional architectural heritage.
From Senergues to Conques via the GR®65
5.77 mi
+417 ft
-1,053 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Sénergues (Aveyron)
From the pretty village of Senergues to another very beautiful village, Conques. The route alternates between roads and paths through the woods. The arrival in Conques is via a long descent that is quite steep in places. The views are magnificent. The path is always marked in white and red by the GR®65.
As this hike does not return to the starting point, you will need to leave a vehicle in Conques.
Between valleys and hills, starting from Espeyrac
4.78 mi
+768 ft
-768 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Espeyrac (Aveyron)
Espeyrac is a stop on the Way of St James. A picturesque granite village with slate roofs, in unspoilt natural surroundings, surrounded by ancient chestnut groves. You will find refreshments, a grocery store, lodges and an inn.
The Causse de Salles-la-Source starting from Pont-les-Bains
7.19 mi
+1,004 ft
-971 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Salles-la-Source (Aveyron)
Discover the Rougier de Marcillac and the Causse de Salles-la-Source.
From Massip to Sénergues via the Way of St James
8.23 mi
+837 ft
-1,286 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Golinhac (Aveyron)
A beautiful short stage combining roads and paths. Moderate difficulty in terms of distance and elevation. Very good signposting with red and white GR®65 markings. Take advantage of the village crossings to visit the churches and fill up your water bottles at the fountains.
Golinhac - Conques-en-Rouergues
13.86 mi
+1,175 ft
-2,631 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Golinhac (Aveyron)
The twenty-fourth stage of the Way of St James. On this stage, you leave the Golinhac plateau, which offers mid-mountain landscapes, and after passing through several villages nestled in a lush green setting, you cross Senergues, an ancient village perched on a granite spur, and continue along a path dotted with remarkable buildings and sumptuous landscapes before arriving at Conques-en-Rouergues and its abbey church steeped in history.
Around Salles-la-Source
3.71 mi
+610 ft
-604 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Salles-la-Source (Aveyron)
A short hike suitable for everyone, ideal for children, with a few gentle slopes but no particular difficulties.
The Vineyard Trail in Conques
3.00 mi
+656 ft
-640 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Conques (Aveyron)
Located in the heart of the Lot Valley, Conques-en-Rouergue, listed as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France" and "Villages of Charm in France", is an essential stop on one of the Saint James' Ways, the GR®65 - the Via Podiensis. As you walk around the Abbey Church of Sainte-Foy (12th-13th centuries) and through the narrow streets, you can admire the beautiful half-timbered houses.The hike crosses the medieval village, then passes through the vineyards, offering beautiful views of Conques and the Dourdou valley.
Conques en Rouergues - Livinhac le Haut
14.43 mi
+2,326 ft
-2,431 ft
8h 40
Difficult
Departure from Conques (Aveyron)
Twenty-fifth stage of the Way of St James. This challenging stage, starting from Conques, takes you to Livinhac-le-Haut via Decazeville, along a path known as "Lou Camin Conquet". After a long climb at the start, you will discover picturesque and varied landscapes as well as diverse architecture.