Stage of the Camino
Montfaucon-en-Velay - Araules
From Montfaucon-en-Velay To Araules
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Destination
Distance
23.10 km
Duration
7.70 h
Difficulty
Alta
Ascent
50 m
Stage of the Camino
Stage Description
This is an exciting stage that traverses the volcanic landscape of Velay. The trail goes up and down constantly between the "sucs", old volcanoes with rounded shapes, offering unique panoramic views. It's a beautiful landscape journey that requires good physical effort. Arrival in Araules, a small rural village surrounded by "sucs", is an end to stage in a surprising natural environment. It's a day to enjoy geology and nature.
The stage from Montfaucon-en-Velay to Araules is a 23.1 km journey that traverses the volcanic landscape of Velay. The route starts at Montfaucon-en-Velay (950 m) and follows an undulating profile, with a gentle ascent towards Araules (1000 m). The route passes through a beautiful landscape, with "sucs", ancient volcanoes of rounded shapes, as main characters. It is a pleasant walk that allows you to enjoy the scenery and the tranquility of the surroundings. The arrival in Araules, a small rural town surrounded by "sucs", is an end stage in a surprising natural environment. This stage combines gentle exercise with rich scenic experience, a perfect balance on the Gebennensis Way.
Last updated: 18/08/2025
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