Chemin de Compostelle: Saint-Côme-d'Olt from Espalion – Aubrac Regional Natural Park

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Chemin de Compostelle: Saint-Côme-d'Olt from Espalion – Aubrac Regional Natural Park

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Chemin de Compostelle: Saint-Côme-d'Olt from Espalion – Aubrac Regional Natural Park

04:59

17.3km

430m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 7, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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672 m

Espalion

Highlight • Settlement

Espalion is a slightly larger town in the Lot Valley. If you are traveling on the GR-65, you could also take a rest day here, for example to visit the …

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1.90 km

The beautiful Romanesque Eglise de Perse, built in the 11th and 12th centuries, made of light red sandstone, was placed under the Conques abbey. The Persian Church is a popular destination for pilgrims.

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3.26 km

Statue of the Virgin of Vernus

Highlight • Monument

The Madonna statue stands on the rock high above the Lot Valley. Here is the view of the river and the villages particularly beautiful.

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3.54 km

Le Temple Volcanic Chimney

Highlight • Volcano

Impressive chimney of a former volcano at 478 m altitude.

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8.63 km

Saint Cosmas and Saint Damian Church

Highlight • Religious Site

Entering St-Côme-d'Olt through one of the three city gates, you will find yourself in another world: narrow streets, small squares, old residences and houses from the 15th and 16th centuries …

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17.3 km

End point

Parking

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