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Espeyrac (Chemin de Saint-Jacques)

By Melinda Lusmore

Consisting of barely more than a church, a hotel and a few dozen houses, the village of Espeyrac is filled with quaint alleys and is a delightful place to stop for the night on a long-distance walk along the Chemin de Saint-Jacques du-Puy.

(Published December 2015, updated March 2020)

Espeyrac, GR 65, Chemin de Saint-Jacques, France

A leisurely stroll around the village will take less than an hour, so leave your boots on and start exploring.

What will you find?

Hôtel de la Vallée, Espeyrac, GR 65, Chemin de Saint-Jacques, France

Hôtel de la Vallée

Stucco houses lining a lane in Espeyrac

View from my room in Hôtel de la Vallée

Water well in Espeyrac, GR 65, Chemin de Saint-Jacques, France

Water well

Espeyrac, GR 65, Chemin de Saint-Jacques, France

Stone houses partially disguised under a layer of stucco

Espeyrac, GR 65, Chemin de Saint-Jacques, France

Typical stone house

Water well in Espeyrac, GR 65, Chemin de Saint-Jacques, France

…a choice of water wells

A thin layer of mist hangs of the valley of Espeyrac

A thin layer of mist hangs of the valley as we leave the next morning

Espeyrac, GR 65, Chemin de Saint-Jacques, France

Views of Espeyrac from the GR65 Chemin de Saint-Jacques

FAST FACTS

Which long-distance walk in France visits Espeyrac?

Chemin de Saint-Jacques du-Puy (Stage 2: Aumont-Aubrac to Figeac)

Where is Espeyrac, France?   Find it on Google maps

Espeyrac is located 190 kilometres (119 miles) along the Chemin de Saint-Jacques – a ten day walk from the starting point of Le-Puy-en-Velay.

Click through to find my suggested itinerary for all five stages of the walk

If you prefer to set your own agenda, I share the steps I take to calculate distances on any long-distance walk (using the Chemin de Stevenson as a case study)

The Compostel’Bus service runs every morning, connecting Espeyrac with villages along the path between Le-Puy-en-Velay and Conques and making the return journey each afternoon. Other stops include Montbonnet, Saint-Privat-d’Allier, Monistrol-d’Allier, Saugues, Villeret-d’Apchier, La Roche, Les Faux, Saint-Alban-sur-Limagnole, Aumont-Aubrac, Nasbinals, Aubrac, Saint-Chély-d’Aubrac, Saint-Côme-d’Olt, Espalion, Estaing, Golinhac and Sénergues.

Tourist Office in Espeyrac 

There is no Tourist Office in Espeyrac but if you need assistance, ask at the mairie which is open every morning from Monday to Saturday. Opening hours are listed here.

Accommodation in Espeyrac 

Options for accommodation are limited so I recommend booking ahead at either –

Hotel
Hôtel de la Vallée

Gîte
Communal Gîte

How to book accommodation in French

Where to eat in Espeyrac 

Hôtel de la Vallée offers a delicious home-cooked meal, included with the demi-pension rate.  

If you are spending the night at the communal gîte, cooking facilities are available in the communal kitchen. The grocery store in the village is open each morning (except Saturday) but closes at lunchtime so you will need to arrive prepared with ingredients for your dinner.

Practical tips for long-distance walking—preparation, packing and avoiding blisters

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About The Author – Melinda Lusmore

Hi! I’m Melinda, the walker behind I Love Walking in France. Nothing makes me happier than wandering through the picturesque villages and glorious countryside in rural France, and helping others to do the same. Whether you’re looking for practical tips or a little inspiration for your own long-distance walk, you’ll find everything you need right here. This website contains no sponsored posts or affiliate links. If I recommend a product, service or somewhere to stay, it’s because I’ve used it, loved it—and I think you will too!

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