Stage of the Camino
Stage Description
This stage culminates in one of the jewels of Romanesque art throughout France. The route is of moderate distance and gentle profile, crossing a landscape of fields of cultivation. Arrival at Aulnay-de-Saintonge, with its Saint-Pierre church, World Heritage Site, is a moment of great excitement for art lovers. Its capitals and portal are of exceptional beauty. It's a day to enjoy the tranquility of the countryside and the majesty of Romanesque architecture.
The Melle to Aulnay-de-Saintonge stage is a 23km journey that culminates in one of France's most precious Romanesque art jewels. The route starts from Melle (120m) and follows a predominantly downhill profile, with some undulations, until the town of Aulnay-de-Saintonge (50m). The route passes through a beautiful landscape, with fields of cultivation and forests. It is an enjoyable walk that allows you to appreciate the scenery and arrive on time to explore the destination town. Arrival in Aulnay-de-Saintonge is a moment of great excitement for art lovers. Its Saint-Pierre church, World Heritage Site, is an architectural gem. This stage combines gentle exercise with rich artistic experience, a perfect balance on the Turonensis Way.
Last updated: 18/08/2025
Where to Sleep
Accommodations in this Stage
Find the perfect place for your rest in Figeac o Cajarc.
A la Croisée des Vallées
Augusta Beduer
La plogne
Les Écuries De Seuzac
Maison de Sissous
Mas Merlin
Area De Brivat
Bernadette ROFIDAL Gîte Arendola, gîte pour 2 avec piscine
Mas de Garrigue
Hôtel Le Quatorze
Le gîte d'étape du Gua
Le Moulin de Lantouy
Gîte d’étape Pat pèlerine
Hôtel Logis La Peyrade - Gîte étape - Restaurant
Camping Terriol **
Chambres d'hôtes Les Pratges
Cafe & Hôtel Champollion
Domaine de Gayfié
Hôtel & Spa La Ségalière
Palais Balène
Camping Le Plan d’Eau
Commanderie des Templiers
La Maison de Lise
Le Soleilho
Hôtel Restaurant Le Pont D'Or Best western
Chalets Vacances Lestrade
Eden Garden
Les Gîtes de Panafé
Les Maisons de Marie
Villa pech bourrel
Hôtel du Faubourg
Gîte Cajarc _ Le Touron
Le Domaine des Cazelles
Gîte Figeac Cassagnes
Hôtel Restaurant Le Foirail-Figeac
Hotel The Originals Figeac
aire de services camping car
Accueil St Joseph
Hôtel de l'EUROPE
Le Logis de Céline
Maison Relais
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