The Way of St James - Le Puy to Aumont
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- Experiencing one of the prettiest sections of the trail - marked by magnificent architecture, crosses, statues and grain silos
- Exploring the interesting town of Le Puy-en-Velay
- Enjoying the camaraderie of fellow hikers and pilgrims
- Learning about the tale of the “Bête du Gévaudan” (Beast of the Gévaudan).
- Viewing the contrasting landscapes and architecture between the volcanic plateau of the Velay and the granite plateau of the Gévaudan
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