Way of Saint James UNESCO World Heritage Sites in France

The Way of Saint James includes four primary paths across France: Via Turonensis, Via Lemovicensis, Via Podiensis, and Via Tolosana, connecting numerous heritage sites.

Dating from the 9th century, the routes developed after the discovery of Saint James's burial site, leading millions of pilgrims through medieval France to Santiago de Compostela.

The paths connect major religious monuments including the Abbey of Saint Foy in Conques, Saint Sernin Basilica in Toulouse, and Saint Pierre Abbey in Moissac.

Modern travelers find bronze markers, dedicated hostels, regional maps, and support services along the 1,530-kilometer network spanning ten French administrative regions.

In Montpellier, 300 gilded bronze nails featuring scallop shells mark the pilgrimage path, with inscriptions reading Camin Roumieu near the Corum and rue de la Loge.

Location: Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Location: Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Location: Centre-Val de Loire

Location: Île-de-France

Location: Hauts-de-France

Location: Normandy

Location: Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Location: Grand Est

Location: Occitania

Location: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Part of: Ways of Saint James in France, Way of Saint James, Way of St. James

GPS coordinates: 45.18406,-0.72294

Latest update: July 14, 2025 10:49