Discover and walk around
The chemin of St Guilhem
From the mountains of Aubrac
to the garrigues of Languedoc
History of the path
This ancient sheep transhumance route linked the Montpellier hinterland to the volcanic plateau of Aubrac. Each season, the shepherds drove their animals from the dry garrigues to the fresh and green pastures of the Aubrac. But the path of Saint Guilhem is also an itinerary used since the Middle Ages by pilgrims, who made the detour to the abbey of Gellone to collect themselves in front of the relics of the Holy Cross and saint Guilhem, before continuing towards Santiago de Compostela or Rome.
Read moreThe itinerary
Whether on the main itinerary or on the proposed alternative routes, let yourself be enchanted by the magic of the 5 landscape areas crossed: Aubrac, the Grands Causses, the Tarn and Jonte gorges, the Cévennes and the Mediterranean gates.
Interactive map
Organize your stay yourself with the interactive map. You will be able to visualize the accommodations, but also the activities, the good plans to eat, and the patrimonial elements not to be missed! A stage calculator will also allow you to easily choose a suitable route, indicating distances and differences in altitude.
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Activities
On the path of Saint Guilhem, you can... hike, of course, but the followers of the multi-activity will also find their happiness there. Let yourself be tempted by a stage on the water or by mountain bike, take the time to visit some remarkable sites. And, for the more athletic, why not do a trail ride?
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Good advice
This mid-mountain itinerary has a difficulty of 2 out of 3. It includes descents and ascents of gorges, and some rocky portions. Think of organizing stages adapted to your level of walkers; reserve your accommodations in advance to avoid any bad surprise; think of the provisioning!
Read moreLodging
All along the itinerary, the accommodation providers who have joined our association will welcome you for the stage in simple or half-board accommodation.
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Eating
For food lovers, find here restaurants and shops where you will find local products.
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Transport
To travel light, transporters are at your service to carry your luggage from one stage to another. Once your itinerary is completed, they can also bring you back to your starting point.
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