St James Grand Trail

8 June 2019 Le Puy-en-Velay

Take the GR65 trail in the opposite direction, finishing in Le Puy-en-Velay. This is the goal for participants following this mythical and internationally famous route. A range of events for runners or hikers, unlocking an experience on a "Spiritrail" quest along the Way of St James

A spiritual, cultural and sporting experience (c) Gilles Reboisson

On the way to run (c) Gilles Reboisson

The St James Grand Trail,
a truly historic event

A spiritual, cultural and sporting experience to discover… Today, the town of Le Puy-en-Velay is closely linked to the pilgrimage on the Way of St James. It is the historic and essential starting point for beginning your trip to Santiago de Compostella.

The St James Grand Trail is a chance to explore the Puy-en-Velay – Domaine du Sauvage section of the route, running across the Velay hills and the Allier Gorges. This historic route is now a GR trail, which has been bringing serenity to pilgrims for centuries. The St James Grand Trail provides runners and hikers with a real “spiritrail” experience.

The St James Grand Trail (c) Gilles Reboisson

Routes for all on
the St James Grand Trail

The St James Grand Trail is accessible to all because of a wide range of distances and geographical features. This is not just a trail like all the others.

As you make your way along the mythical trail in the opposite direction to the pilgrims, you can enjoy the legendary hospitality of the region and savour the ultimate finish at nightfall at the foot of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Le Puy-en-Velay. A memorable experience guaranteed!