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Way of St James – France, Europe - A Walker's Guide

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Reprinted
Published
14 May 2012
Edition
Second
ISBN
9781852846084
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Size
17.2 x 11.6 x 1.4cm
Weight
270g
Pages
224
Originally Published
17 Mar 2010

The Way of St James - France

Chemin de Saint-Jacques de Compostelle - Le Puy to the Pyrenees by Alison Raju

Guide to walking the 740km Way of St James Pilgrim Road from Le Puy-en-Velay in central France to the Pyrenees - first volume of the only guide to the whole route written in English. Route directions and information about places to visit along the way, the history of the pilgrimage, pilgrim references and current facilities. Fully rewalked in 2009. More...

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Seasons

definitely not recommended in winter but can be safely undertaken, adequately prepared, any time Read More... between late March and mid-late October

Difficulty

far from flat but requires no specialist equipment and can be undertaken, with appropriate Read More... preparation, by anyone of average health and fitness

Must See

starts in the volcanic Velay region of France, passes through the Margeride, over the Aubrac Read More... plateau, the causse before Cahors and the flat Landes region before reaching the foothills of the Pyrenees and the Basque country; interesting churches, cathedrals, historic monunments and vernacular architecture architecture along the way
 
 

INTRODUCTION
Pilgrim Roads to Santiago through France and Spain   
History  
Topography, Economy and Language    
Before you Go    
Companions   
Planning your Schedule    
Equipment    
Getting There and Back    
Accommodation    
Planning the Day   
Other Practical Information   
Using this Guide    
When to Go   

THE ROUTE
Section 1    Le Puy-en-Velay to Figeac    
Section 2    Figeac to Moissac    
Section 3    Moissac to Aire-sur-l’Adour   
Section 4    Aire-sur-l’Adour to the Pyrenees    

APPENDIX A Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Roncesvalles    
APPENDIX B Saint-Palais to Irún   
APPENDIX C GR651 – Variant along the Vallée du Célé    
APPENDIX D Summary of St James’s and other Pilgrim References    
APPENDIX E Suggestions for Further Reading    
APPENDIX F Useful Addresses    
APPENDIX G Glossary    
APPENDIX H Index of Principal Place Names    
APPENDIX I Index of Maps    
APPENDIX J Summary of Route   
 

 
 
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