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Via Podiensis – Conques

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Abbatiale Sainte-Foy de Conques

Conques has been frequented by pilgrims on their way to Santiago de Compostela since the 12th century. The large abbey church of Sainte Foy has an impressive tympanum depicting The Last Judgment. Conques is historically an important place on the road to Santiago de Compostela

We we were staying with many others in the Benedictine monastery of Conques, behind the Abbey. A meal was also served there in the evening.

We walked back into the mountains the next morning, on our way to Moissac.

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Via Podiensis (GR65) – En route

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The Via Podiensis or the GR65 is a popular route, running from Le Puy-en-Velay to Saint Jean Pied de Port. The part up to Conques is especially popular. The path is well marked. And there are all kinds of facilities along the way. There are rest areas with water taps and even toilets. So that the environment remains clean. Sometimes you find a food-truck in the middle of nowhere, where you can order a delicious lunch.

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