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📖 Stage Description
A link stage along the Lot valley between Estaing and Golinhac. A gradual climb through oaks and chestnuts. The village of Golinhac, perched on the heights, heralds the approach of Conques and its Romanesque treasures.
This stage crosses the Aveyron region over 14.0 km with 480 m of ascent. Main villages: Espeyrac (km 6, 600m), Le Mas (km 10, 650m).
🌄 Walking Conditions
Sun exposure and terrain type over 14,1 km
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🥾 Terrain
CobblestonesAsphaltDirt pathForest trail
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📍 Villages and Waypoints
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Estaing · Start
Starting point of stage 9. Altitude: 320 m.
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6.5km
Espeyrac
Village on stage 9.
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10.9km
Le Mas
Village on stage 9.
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15.3km
Golinhac · End
Arrival point of stage 9.
⚠️ Practical Information
- DifficultyDemanding climb out of Estaing — 400 m ascent over 5 km, steep rocky path.Slippery on red clay when wet — poles strongly advised.Fine ridge km 6 to km 10, open terrain with views over the Lot.
- Water PointsEstaing (start)Espeyrac (km 6)Golinhac (km 14)
- SuppliesGolinhac km 14.0 · Supermarket · Bakery
- AccommodationGîtes, chambres d'hôtes and campsites available on arrival.
- Monuments & HeritageVallée du Lot et gorges km 1 · Balcony climb over the Lot gorges, views down to Estaing and the castleCastle de Muret-le-Castle km 5 · 12th-century medieval castle ruins on a rocky spur, vestiges of fortified wallsPlateau du Ségala km 8 · Open ridge at 700 m, typical Rouergue bocage, traditional polyculture and cattle farmingVillage médiéval de Golinhac km 14 · Limestone village, 12th-century Romanesque church, fountain and wayside cross
- Taxi / Bail-outTaxi Espalion — 05 65 44 02 18Taxi Entraygues (8 km) — 05 65 44 50 40Taxi Rodez — 05 65 42 11 11
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