Le Puy-en-Velay is a true gem at the heart of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. A city with a thousand years of history, Le Puy-en-Velay charms visitors through its authenticity and exceptional built heritage.
Visitors are captivated by its iconic monuments, in particular the Cathedral and Hôtel-Dieu complex, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the Routes of Santiago de Compostela. The monumental statue of Notre-Dame de France overlooks the city. It is a true architectural feat, standing 22.7 metres high and built on the highest point of the city.
Just a few minutes from the town centre, the Aiguilhe rock rises like a giant stone emerging from the earth. To reach the Chapel of Saint-Michel d’Aiguilhe, listed among the finest monuments in France, visitors must climb its 268 steps carved into the rock.
The city is the European capital of the Routes of Santiago de Compostela. In France, Le Puy-en-Velay is the historic starting point of this legendary pilgrimage.
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