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Hôtel Le Pont d'Or ★★★
Hotel Restaurant in Figeac
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Hiking on the GR651 - The Célé Route

Are you a hiking enthusiast or simply a nature lover? Treat yourself to the Voie du Célé, an alternative to the GR 65.

This 70 km trek crosses the Célé valley in the Lot, in the heart of the Causses du Quercy regional park. It can be done from Figeac, a few minutes from the hotel.

The opportunity to admire the limestone cliffs, the prehistoric caves and of course the sumptuous villages.


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The Hôtel Le Pont d’Or is ideally located to start the GR 651. On the banks of the Célé river, it has many assets:
 
  • a restaurant
  • a wine cellar
  • a rooftop swimming pool
  • a fitness room
  • a sauna
  • a shaded terrace

What could be better than a comfortable bed to start your adventure in shape. Check into one of our Standard, Comfort or Superior rooms with private bathroom and balcony overlooking the Célé.

Before you leave for the GR 651, enjoy a hearty sweet and savoury breakfast made with local and fresh products. An express formula is also available if you are in a hurry.

And why not reserve your picnic basket at reception for a well-deserved break during your walk.


A hike that takes 3 to 4 days


It will take you several days to cover the GR 651 but it is also possible to do it in several stages.

No need for a guide for the hike, you just need to read your map and follow the traditional red and white GR markings.

This path starts either in Figeac or in Béduer to Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, along the Célé river. It crosses 9 sumptuous villages and offers breathtaking panoramas of the limestone plateaus.

During the excursion, you will have the opportunity to swim several times in the river.


The must-see places not to be missed on the GR 651


Espagnac-Sainte-Eulalie


First stop on the GR 651, this picturesque village is home to a magnificent Benedictine priory crowned with a sumptuous bell tower.

It is one of the jewels of the Célé valley.


Marcilhac-sur-Célé


This section is quite physical (2 h 50) but it is imperative to stop at Marcilhac-sur-Célé to admire its medieval bridge.

Arriving in Sauliac, walk through the alleys to the castle and its spectacular cliff.


Cabrerets and the Pech-Merle cave


A must-see stop, Cabrerets offers a journey through time with its famous decorated Pech-Merle cave and its cave paintings.

Nestled in the hollow of the Rochecourbe valley, Cabrerets is home to the ruins of the Château des Anglais.

Also, don't miss taking a look at the troglodyte houses.


Saint-Cirq-Lapopie


Arriving in one of the most beautiful villages in France with its 13 historical monuments marks the end of your hike.

Climb to the top of the bell tower of the fortified church to admire the view.
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