(Published May 2021, last updated June 2025) Protected on both sides by steep ridges, Le Pont-de-Montvert straddles the banks of the River Tarn as it meanders along the valley floor. The village is one of the prettiest towns along the GR70 Chemin de Stevenson, and is the perfect spot to spend a lazy afternoon relaxing […]

(Published July 2013, last updated June 2025) For walkers following the traditional pilgrims’ route along the GR 65 Chemin de Saint-Jacques du-Puy between Figeac and Cahors, two days of walking (or one big day) brings you to the busy market town of Cajarc. If you have an hour or two free to explore the town, […]

(Published December 2015, last updated June 2025) For many walkers, arriving in Saint-Privat-d’Allier marks the end of the first day’s walk along the Chemin de Saint-Jacques du-Puy. And as the GR 65 path approaches the village, the view of the château and church steeple perched high on the ridge is a most welcome sight—and a […]