GR®65 Camino de Santiago

Via Gebennensis - Via Podiensis

From Geneva (Switzerland) to Roncesvalles (Spain)

The GR®65 is one of the most iconic and historic pilgrimage routes in Europe. This path is divided into two main sections: the Via Gebennensis and the Via Podiensis. The Via Gebennensis runs from Geneva to Le Puy-en-Velay, while the Via Podiensis takes over and leads to Roncesvalles in Spain. The itinerary dates back centuries, with its origins rooted in the medieval tradition of pilgrimages to Santiago de Compostela. The GR®65 is lined with numerous churches, chapels, abbeys, and historical sites, providing a deep dive into the cultural and religious heritage of the region. Pilgrims can discover Romanesque art, sculptures, and historical buildings that testify to the importance of the path throughout the centuries.

GR®65 Via Gebennensis - Podiensis Camino de Santiago de Compostela

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Distance: 1139km, Elevation maximum: 1426m, Elevation minimum: 54m, Elevation gain uphill: 23811m
IGN Maps: Genève (1301). Belley St-Genix-sur-Guiers Sud Bugey (3232ET). Bellegarde-sur-Valserine Grand Crêt d'Eau (3330OT). Rumilly Seyssel Grand Colombier (3331OT). Chambéry Aix-les-Bains Lac du Bourget (3332OT). Genève Annemasse le Léman (3429OT). Mont Salève St-Julien-en-Genevois Annemasse (3430OT). Massif du Pilat St-étienne St-Chamond PNR du Pilat (2933ET). Bourg-Argental Col de la République PNR du Pilat (2934ET). Vienne (3033E). Roussillon (3033O). La Côte-St-André (3133E). St-Jean-de-Bournay (3133O). Le Grand-Lemps Lac de Paladru (3233O). Le Puy-en-Velay (2735E). Le Puy-en-Velay Yssingeaux (2835OT). Le Chambon-sur-Lignon St-Agrève (2935OT). Fournels (2537E). Nasbinals (2537O). Saugues (2636E). St-Chély-d'Apcher (2637O). Monistrol-d'Allier (2736O). Marcillac-Vallon Conques (2338E). Decazeville (2338O). Espalion (2438E). Estaing Gorges du Lot (2438O). St-Geniez-d'Olt (2538O). Cahors Ouest / Labastide-Marnhac (2039E). Limogne-en-Quercy (2139E). Cahors (2139O). Figeac (2238E). Cajarc (2238O). Martiel (2239O). Lectoure (1841E). St-Nicolas-de-la-Grave (1941E). Miradoux (1941O). Moissac (2040O). Riscle (1643E). Aire-sur-l'Adour (1643O). Mézin Montréal (1741E). Eauze (1742O). Condom (1841O). Mauléon-Licharre (1445E). St-Palais (1445O). Arzacq-Arraziguet (1544E). Arthez-de-Béarn Lacq (1544O). Forêt d'Iraty Pic d'Orhy (1346ET). St-Jean-Pied-de-Port St-étienne-de-Baïgorry Vallée des Aldudes (1346OT).

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!

Monistrol-d'Allier: Les Terrasses de l'Allier Guest house, Alain Gaillard, 06 03 94 04 73, Email
Located in the heart of the small town of Monistrol d'Allier in a former 19th century mansion at the crossroads of the GR®65 St Jacques de Compostela and GR®470 Sources and Gorges de l'Allier. Welcomed throughout the year, Alain offers you his guest rooms and his table d'hotes, local cuisine and local products.

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Saint Jean-Pied-de-Port: Esteban Etxea Guesthouse, 06 38 22 80 05, 06 62 18 53 87, Email
The house has been renovated with ecological materials and lovers of old stones will appreciate the stop. We offer two beautiful bedrooms and a small 6-bed dormitory for small groups or families. Each space has a private bathroom. Breakfasts and half board are provided on request.

Saint Jean-Pied-de-Port: The bunny and the turtle Guesthouse, 06 63 62 92 35, 06 59 13 52 25, Email
Stopover gîte with a capacity of 13 people, located in the historic heart of Saint Jean-Pied-de-Port in a medieval house. Warm welcome for pilgrims of Compostela GR®65 and hikers of the GR®10. Several accommodation options. Living room, terrace and garden. Table d'hotes on reservation. Cyclists welcome.

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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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.