GR®300 St Michael's Way

From Sancoins (Cher) to Puy-en-Velay (Haute-Loire)

The GR®300, also known as the Chemin de Saint Michel, is an iconic hiking route that stretches nearly 400 kilometers, connecting Sancoins in the Cher region to Puy-en-Velay in Haute-Loire. This ancient pilgrimage path, once traversed by pilgrims on their way to Santiago de Compostela, offers a fascinating blend of history, heritage, biodiversity, and varied landscapes. The Chemin de Saint Michel is deeply rooted in France's religious and medieval history. It is one of the many routes that have seen thousands of pilgrims over the centuries, seeking to reach Santiago de Compostela in Spain. The path crosses regions rich in history, such as Berry and Velay, where numerous Romanesque churches and chapels testify to the spiritual significance of this route. Remnants, such as stone crosses and calvaries, line the way, reminding hikers of the devotion of past pilgrims.

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Distance: 378km, Elevation maximum: 1119m, Elevation minimum: 186m, Elevation gain uphill: 5912m
IGN Maps: La Guerche-sur-l'Aubois Sancoins (Cher) (2525O). St-Pierre-le-Moutier (2526E). Lurcy-Levis (2526O). Bourbon-l'Archambault (2527E). Moulins (2627O). St-Pourçain-sur-Sioule (2628O). Gannat (2529E). Aigueperse Chatelguyon (2530E). Clermont-Ferrand (2531E). Veyre-Monton - (2532E). Issoire - (2632O). Saint-Germain-Lembron - (2633O). Paulhaguet - (2634E). Brioude - (2634O). Langeac -( 2635E). Loudes - (2735O). Le Puy-En-Velay - (2735E).

Aiguilhe: Puy-en-Velay Camping***, 04 71 09 55 09, Email
Located in lush greenery and near the river. The place is ideal for hikers. Very close to the city center with a superb view of the famous Rock where the Cloister and the Virgin culminate, emblem of Puy-en-Velay. Free Wifi, grocery store, local products, snack bar. Pets are always welcome and free!

Registration

Accommodation or business owner on or near a GR®, you can appear on GR-INFOS

For your registration, you can send me by email (papadimitriou4@gmail.com): your address and phone number, your website (Facebook page), a brief description with 5 beautiful photos of your establishment.

Registration price : 100€/5 years per GR® or GRP®. Renewable.

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Nearby paths:
Around Sumene Artense (Cantal, Correze, Puy-de-Dome)
Loop of Queen Margot (Puy-de-Dome)
GR®70 Stevenson trail
GR®89 Montaigne Trail

It is advisable to follow the beacons all along your hike and to bring you the FFRandonnee topo-guide. You will also find information on MonGR.fr.

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Former holiday hotel with a garden along the Allier, L'Etoile Guest House is located in La Bastide-Puylaurent between Lozere, Ardeche, and the Cevennes in the mountains of Southern France. At the crossroads of GR®7, GR®70 Stevenson Path, GR®72, GR®700 Regordane Way (St Gilles), GR®470 Allier River springs and gorges, GRP® Cevenol, Ardechoise Mountains, Margeride. Numerous loop trails for hiking and one-day biking excursions. Ideal for a relaxing and hiking getaway.