Lectoure, a stop on the Way of St. James

✨ Stop off in Lectoure: at the Collège des Doctrinaires, pilgrims find the comfort of a hotel and the solace of a spa, before resuming their walk towards Saint-Jacques.

City of art and history, Lectoure has been a favorite stopover on the Via Podiensis, the famous Puy-en-Velay route. Every year, pilgrims and hikers stop there to admire the panoramas opening onto the Gers countryside, enjoy a rich heritage and experience the warm welcome of its inhabitants.

La Via Podiensis, route near 750 km between Le Puy-en-Velay and Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, crosses the north of Gers. It thus connects Lectoure, La Romieu, Condom and Eauze before continuing to Spain. This route, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, attracts thousands of hikers every year who come to discover the beauty of the landscapes and the cultural richness of the region.

Along the way, the Romanesque churches, abbeys, cathedrals and historic monuments offer moments of reflection and discovery. More than just a hike, it is an immersion in the history and soul of the Gers.

🚶‍♂️🚴‍♀️🐎 On foot, by bike or on horseback, the paths of Saint-Jacques await you!

✨ Travel light on the Camino de Santiago!
Thanks to luggage transport services, your bags travel for you: collected each morning from your accommodation, they await you at the next stage. You can thus enjoy the journey in complete freedom, without the weight on your shoulders.

👉 These specialized carriers – sometimes called “pilgrim shuttles” ou “luggage taxis” – ensure comfort and peace of mind at every step.

Tips for preparing your trip to Lectoure

• Get yourself a credential, the pilgrim's notebook, essential for having your stages stamped and accessing certain accommodations.
• Plan your stops according to the heritage to discover and accommodations available.
• Vary the pleasures: walk, cycle or travel on horseback according to your desires.

Example route from Lectoure (GR 65 / Via Podiensis)

• Lectoure → La Romieu : 19 km – approx. 4 h 45
• La Romieu → Condom : 16 km – approx. 3 h 15
• Condom → Montreal-du-Gers → Eauze → Nogaro → Aire-sur-l'Adour : 6 stages, approx. 115 km

Must-see heritage sites nearby

• La Romieu : the prestigious collegiate church of Saint-Pierre, listed as UNESCO.
• Condom : the majestic Saint-Pierre Cathedral.

These monuments, marking the route, bear witness to the historical and spiritual wealth of the region.