L'Arche d'Yvann is located in Campuac, on the historic route of the Way of St. James, between Espalion and Conques. The village can be reached from the GR65 by turning off at Fonteilles, or directly via the GR6 from Estaing.

Two options depending on your preference:

• GR6 option (recommended) — A more scenic route, mostly on dirt trails, with a breathtaking panoramic view of the village of Estaing right from the start. Distance equivalent to the official route.
• Fonteilles shortcut option — Stay on the GR65 from Estaing, then turn off towards Campuac at Fonteilles. You'll save 4 km on your overall stage.

• Estaing — about 13 km (via the GR6)
• Espalion — about 24 km
• Conques — 20 km

Yes. Yvann can pick you up in Fonteilles (2 km) or Golinhac. The next morning, you can continue on your way via Campagnac to rejoin the GR65, saving a few extra kilometres.

L'Arche d'Yvann offers two types of stay in a 17th-century manor house that can host up to 25 people:

• Guest rooms — Double or family rooms with private bathroom, authentic décor with exposed wood and stone.
• Stopover gîte — Rooms with 2, 3 or 4 beds (10 rooms in total), suited to pilgrims and groups of hikers.

• Guest rooms — From €85 per night (2 people, breakfast included)
• Dinner — €18 per person (by reservation)
• Massage — €15 (legs and/or back, with Myriam, relaxologist, 50 m from the gîte)

Yes, a generous breakfast is included with guest rooms, made with fresh produce. Dinner can also be arranged on request for €18 per person — perfect after a long day's walk.

Yes, L'Arche d'Yvann welcomes pilgrims and hikers all year round. However, it's advisable to book ahead during the high season (April to October), the busiest period on the Camino de Santiago.

• ✅ Free Wi-Fi
• ✅ Leafy garden and inner courtyard
• ✅ Bar with a wide choice of drinks
• ✅ Free parking
• ✅ Secure bike storage
• ✅ Bike repair tools
• ✅ Activity room
• ✅ Outdoor relaxation area (terrace, benches)
• ✅ Massages 50 m away (relaxologist, €15)

Yes. A secure bike storage area is available with basic repair tools. For bags and luggage, please contact Yvann directly — he's known for his attentive welcome and responsiveness.

• Estaing — Listed medieval village, castle on the river Lot, stunning view from the GR6
• Conques — Sainte-Foy abbey church, Grand Site de France, an exceptional medieval village
• Bozouls — Dourdou canyon, a picturesque hilltop village
• Espalion — Medieval bastide town, old Romanesque bridge over the Lot
• GR6 & GR65 — Hiking and pilgrimage through the authentic landscapes of the Aveyron

Just 50 metres from the gîte, Myriam (a qualified beautician and relaxologist) offers recovery massages tailored for hikers: leg and/or back massage (Californian massage) for €15. A real treat after a long day's walk.