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Aumont-aubrac to Conques

Stage 2 of 6

111.4km

7 days

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may

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Overall

Distance:

16 min | 22.3km average | 26.5 max

Ascent:

429 min |695.2m average | 1203 max

Cardio:

2   3   4

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On our second section of Via Podiensis, the Camino runs between Aumont-Aubrac and Conques. The area the Camino crosses is almost legendary on the Via Podiensis or Le Puy route as it goes through the austere high Aubrac plateau, an isolated landscape fairly unique in French topography home to green and dormant volcanoes. The second half of the walking holiday enters the livelier Lot valley, with the constant sight and sound of the river a relaxing companion.

Nasbinals

Nasbinals

This charming little village is located around the church of Sainte-Marie de Nasbinals. A jewel of Romanesque art with a striking octagonal bell tower, the church has also been recognied as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Relax in this typical French country village while enjoying the beauty of your surroundings.

Saint-Chély d'Aubrac

Saint-Chély d'Aubrac

Saint-Chély d’Aubrac is situated in the clearing of a wooded valley. You enter the town over the old bridge, as many pilgrims have done for centuries, with this bridge now UNESCO World Heritage listed. In the city, be sure to visit the Church of San Eligio with its double galleries and its 14th Century altarpiece.

Conques

Conques

Listed as one of the most beautiful towns in France, it does not disappoint. The medieval houses surrounded by mountains and forests give you a feeling of being in a fairytale. The main attraction is the Abbey which was built between the 10th and 12th centuries and has been receiving pilgrims since then. The Tympanum of the Last Judgment above the main door is considered one of the greatest works of art of the 12th Century. Its 124 figures, which represent your destiny if you end up in hell, are truly a sight to see.

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Itinerary

Day

1

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AUMONT-AUBRAC

Aumont-Aubrac is a typical village of the area. You will see the transition between the rounded hills of the Allier département and the high plateau of the mythic Aubrac, and its endless austere and inspiring volcanic lands. The town has always been strongly linked to the Camino, as back in the mediaeval times this is where pilgrims coming from east on the Via Podiensis rested before facing the upcoming stark and isolated lands of Aubrac.

Day

2

25.9 km

AUMONT-AUBRAC NASBINALS

As we leave Aumont-Aubrac, we start our way towards the inspiring Aubrac high plateau, walking on walled tracks with endless flat grassland surrounding us. Typical Aubrac cows grazing there bring a hint of life between the sporadic sleepy villages and farmhouses. The walk ends up in Nasbinals, a charming village with a Romanesque church.

Day

3

16 km

NASBINALS ST CHELY D'AUBRAC

Today, the Camino reaches one of its highest points as we climb up to 1,370m before walking down to the historic hamlet of Aubrac, a legendary stage on Via Podiensis. The whole walk between Nasbinals to Saint-Chély d’Aubrac is listed as UNESCO World Heritage site. This section, though challenging, is one of the most unique of any Camino.

Day

4

22.7 km

ST CHELY D'AUBRAC ESPALION

Soon after crossing over the Saint-Chély Bridge, we leave behind the typical scenery of the Aubrac to enter chestnut and beech woods. After this, we enter more populated areas and we reach the mediaeval Saint-Come-d’Olt, often claimed to be one of the prettiest villages of France. It is then a nice stroll, climbing up a bit before getting down to the charming village of Espalion on the banks of the Lot River.

Day

5

26.5 km

ESPALION GOLINHAC

Along the walk there are many well-preserved treasures from the past, part of the reasoning this whole are is on the UNESCO World Heritage site list. First, we head to the beautiful Romanesque church of Béssuéjouls and its upper chapel hidden in the 11th Century steeple. Then, we reach Estaing, a mediaeval village topped by an impressive castle. We then continue along the Lot River, before climbing up to Montégut. The Camino then runs through woods and countryside before reaching yet another pretty village, Golinhac.

Day

6

20.4 km

GOLINHAC CONQUES

Countryside and peaceful woodland will be our backdrop all day long during this easy walk. We have some time to wander around the charming village of Espeyrac on the bank of the river and to admire the old castle in Sénergues. Finally, we arrive in Conques, one of the nicest towns on the whole Le Puy route, to rest for the evening!

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CONQUES

After breakfast we bid you farewell. Listed as one of the most beautiful villages of France, Conques does not disappoint. The mediaeval houses, surrounded by the mountains and forests, give it a fairytale feel. Conques is a lovely place to recuperate after your long walk.

How to Get There

Getting to Aumont-Aubrac, France

To get to the start of this Camino, the closest airports are in Lyon or Rodez. We can organise airport transfers for you to get you from the airport to your first accommodation, or you can travel on public transport.

Fly into Lyon

Many airlines fly into these airports from Ireland, the UK, and major cities around Europe. Examples include Ryanair and Aer Lingus from Dublin. From Lyon Airport, make your way to the central train station (Part Dieu). From there, catch a train to Clermont Ferrand. Then, transfer to the local bus station and head to Aumont-Aubrac. This journey takes about 6 hours.

    Fly into Rodez

    You can get from Rodez to Aumont-Aubrac by a combination of train and bus, or just bus. From Rodez, head for Severac Le Chateau, then transfer on the service to Aumont-Aubrac. This journey will take around 3 hours.

      Getting home from Conques

      From the end of this walk, the closest airports are Rodez. We can organise airport transfers for you to get back to the airport at the end of your pilgrimage, or you can travel on public transport.

      Fly from Rodez

      You can get from Aumont-Aubrac to Rodez by a combination of train and bus, or just bus. From Aumont-Aubrac, head for Severac Le Chateau, then transfer on the service to Rodez. This journey will take around 3 hours. After this, it’s simple to transfer to the airport.

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