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GR70 stage 1 of 14

Stage 1: Le Puy-en-Velay → Châteauneuf

From Le Puy-en-Velay to Châteauneuf: 21.4 km, 640 m of ascent and 410 m of descent, or 5h45 – 6h45 of actual walking.

21.4 km 13.3 mi640 m 2,100 ft ascent410 m 1,345 ft descent5h45 – 6h45High point 997 m 3,271 ft Challenging day

Challenging day.

Stage profile

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Elevation profile: from 622 m to 997 m over 21.4 km.
PlaceKmAltitude
Le Puy-en-Velay Start0625 m
Coubon Village on the way7.9631 m
High point 17.7997 m
Le Monastier-sur-Gazeille Village on the way19.3930 m
Châteauneuf Finish21.4862 m

Stage map

Where to stay in Châteauneuf

8 places to stay within 2 km of the finish. Book ahead during the season.

Along the way

Accommodation along the stage, to shorten or lengthen the day.

Water points

11 water points listed on the route (fountains, springs). Drinkability is not guaranteed: treat the water if in doubt.

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