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'The Legendary stretch in Aubrac'
Le Puy Route - Section 2 - Donkey
From Aumont-Aubrac to Conques
Follow The Camino | Donkey
Follow The Camino | Walking activity

Trip ID :

- Follow The Camino | Walking activity
- 113 km
- 7 nights / 8 days (6 Days Walking)
- Donkey
- Mountains & rolling hills

Le Puy Route - Section 2 - Donkey - 7 nights / 8 days (6 Days Walking) - 113 km - From € -
From Aumont-Aubrac to Conques

The Donkey has been the traditional pilgrim's companion since the very begining, centuries ago. The Via Podiensis or Le Puy Route was taken for the first time in 950 AD when the archbishop of Le Puy-en-Velay walked to the tomb of Saint James, opening the first non-Spanish route to Santiago. Along Le Puy Route, modern walkers enjoy various incredible landscapes and a rich medieval architectural heritage, as the Camino runs through some of the most typical rural French areas, and crossing towns and cities full of history.
Le Puy Route begins in Le Puy-en-Velay, a city set in a volcanic landscape, 130 kilometres South West of Lyon, in France. It continues through south-western France to the foothills of the Pyrenees, where this Camino joins up with the French Way.

On our second section of Le Puy Route, the Camino runs between Aumont-Aubrac and Conques. The area the Camino crosses is almost legendary on Le Puy Route as it goes through the austere high Aubrac plateau, an isolated landscape, home to green and sleepy volcano lands. The second half of the walking holiday enters the as nice but more lively Lot valley.

Our Donkey Camino is a walking holiday accompanied by the animal which will also be carrying your luggage. Donkeys are very gentle creatures and despite their stubborn reputation, it is the perfect friend to walk along the Camino, carrying your luggage without any hassles. The great thing about walking along Le Puy route with a donkey is that it is suitable for absolutely everybody, families included, as no donkey caring experience is required! You will be given a short training by our donkey carer in Le Puy-en-Velay, and you will then be ready to enjoy this unique experience with your long eared friend.
Walking our Donkey Camino will remain an unforgettable journey, and we know from experience that at the end of your holiday, you will not want to leave your new friend!

Follow The Camino | Walking activity

Le Puy Route - Section 2 - Donkey - 7 nights / 8 days (6 Days Walking) - 113 km - From € -
From Aumont-Aubrac to Conques

Day 1 : Aumont-Aubrac
Day 2 : Aumont-Aubrac to Nasbinals (27km)
Day 3 : Nasbinals to Saint-Chély d'Aubrac (16km)
Day 4 : Saint-Chély d'Aubrac to Saint Côme d`Olt (16km)
Day 5 : Saint Côme d`Olt to Estaing (17km)
Day 6 : Estaing to Golinhac (16km)
Day 7 : Golinhac to Conques (21km)
Day 8 : Conques, end of the walking holiday


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DAY BY DAY

DAY 1 - Aumont-Aubrac
Aumont-Aubrac is a typical village of the area, and the transition between the round topped hills of Allier département and gateway to the high plateau of mythic Aubrac and its endless austere and inspiring volcano lands, part of the Massif Central. The town has always been strongly linked to the Camino, as back in the medieval times, this is where pilgrims coming from the East on Le Puy Route rested before facing the upcoming stark and isolated lands of Aubrac.


DAY 2 – Aumont-Aubrac to Nasbinals (27km)
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 life between sleepy villages and farmhouses. The walk ends up in Nasbinals, charming village with a Roman church.


DAY 3 – Nasbinals to Saint-Chély d'Aubrac (16km)
Today, the Camino reaches one of its highest points as we climb up to 1370 metres before walking down to the historic hamlet of Aubrac, a legendary stage on Le Puy Route. The whole walk between Nasbinals to Saint-Chély d'Aubrac is listed at the UNESCO World Heritage sites.



DAY 4 – Saint-Chély d'Aubrac to Saint Côme d`Olt (16km)
Soon after crossing over Saint-Chély bridge, we leave the typical sceneries of the Aubrac to enter chestnut and beechwoods. After this, we notice a more populated area and we reach medieval Saint-Come-d'Olt, one of the "nicest villages of France".

 

DAY 5 – Saint Côme d`Olt to Estaing(17km)
Our Camino descends to the pretty village of Espalion, on the banks of the Lot river. The area holds home to well preserved treasures from the past, part of UNESCO World Heritage site list. First, we head to the beautiful Roman church of Béssuéjouls and its upper chapel hidden in the 11th century steeple. Then, we reach Estaing, a medieval village topped by its impressive castle.

 


Day 6 - Estaing to Golinhac (16km)
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 7 – Golinhac to Conques (21km)
Countryside and peaceful woodlands will be our decor 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 town on the whole Le Puy Route!

 

DAY 8 – Conques
After breakfast, we bid you farewell.

 

 

Le Puy Route - Section 2 - Donkey - 7 nights / 8 days (6 Days Walking) - 113 km - From € -
From Aumont-Aubrac to Conques

FLY IN AND OUT

 

It is best to fly to Rodez or Lyon.

1)    FLY IN
  • To Lyon

Flights with almost every companies :
- See companies and timetables : www.lyon.aeroport.fr

  • To Rodez

For international flights :
- With Ryanair : Flights from Dublin and London (www.ryanair.com)
- Other companies with great choices of connections.

For internal flights :
- With Air France: Flights from Paris (www.airfrance.fr)

2)    FLY OUT
  • From Rodez

See above.

 

GETTING AROUND



1)    GETTING THERE
  • From Lyon airport

By train : First train 1, then train 2.

Train 1 : From Lyon to Clermont Ferrand :
- 2h30 journey
- See timetable : www.voyages-sncf.com

Then train 2 : From Clermont-Ferrand to Aumont-Aubrac :
- 1h45 journey
- See timetable : www.voyages-sncf.com

  • From Rodez airport

From Rodez to Severac le Chateau :
-  By SNCF bus
- 20min journey

From Severac le Chateau to Aumont-Aubrac :
- By train
- 1hr15 journey
- See timetable and book online : www.voyages-sncf.com

2)   GETTING BACK
  • To Rodez airport

By bus :
- Departures from Conques
- On mornings, Mon. to Fri.
- Cost : 7€

By taxi :
- Direct way to Rodez Airport
- Cost : €50

 

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Le Puy Route - Section 2 - Donkey - 7 nights / 8 days (6 Days Walking) - 113 km - From € -
From Aumont-Aubrac to Conques


HOTEL AND GUESTHOUSE GRADES - HOW WE CHOOSE YOUR ACCOMMODATION

 

              

 

Walking on the Camino with a donkey means we first have to take in consideration that the accomodation has facilities to host the animal. It means we sometimes have to compromise on comfort, but the majority of our selected accomodation still offers private rooms and character. When private en suite rooms cannot be guaranteed, we use 4 or 6 bed rooms with shared facilities.

 

              

 

Our policy is to select the best available accomodation in its category at any given time, to make sure your holiday is as valuable as possible. If an accommodation is not available, we may have to find an alternative that is as suitable as possible.


              

Le Puy Route - Section 2 - Donkey - 7 nights / 8 days (6 Days Walking) - 113 km - From € -
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Le Puy Route - Section 2 - Donkey - 7 nights / 8 days (6 Days Walking) - 113 km - From € -
From Aumont-Aubrac to Conques

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LIST OF PRICES AND OPTIONS

 

Base Price

(€)

Double/Twin Room (pps)

Single Room

Solo Departure

High Season

Apr, May, Jun, Sep

650

804

804

Mid Season

Jul, Aug, Oct

590

722

722

Low Season

Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec

490

600

600

 In addition to the above package price, please add on the price of the donkey depending on the number of people travelling.  Please note 1 Donkey generally can carry the luggage of 2 people (2 bags - 30kgs total).*

 

Donkey prices (€) 

( to be added to above prices)

1 Donkey

2 donkeys

 

6 walking days

 

400

 

550

 

 

Extra nights (€)

Rodez / Aumont-Aubrac / Conques

Double/Twin Room (pps)

Single Room

2* Hotel B&B

 44 60

 

Children may ride on donkey`s back for part of the journey, alternating with luggage carried so as not to exceed donkey`s weight capacity.

* Additional luggage transfers can be arranged if required for an extra fee.  Contact Us 

 

INCLUDED


  • Donkey
  • Overnight facilities for Donkey
  • Private Rooms(en-suite where possible)
  • Half Board during the hike
  • Detailed Walking Notes
  • Map
  • Pilgrim passport

NOT INCLUDED


  • Flights
  • Insurance (recommended)
  • Drinks
  • Dinner first and last nights
  • Transfer from/to airport
  • Transfer of luggage (Donkey carries up to 30kgs)

 

If you have any questions about prices, please consult our FAQ's or Contact us.

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