Vals-près-le-Puy

Formerly integrated into a set of 12th century buildings, the church of Vals-près-le-Puy now benefits from a registration as a Historic Monument, in particular for its bell tower with a wooden frame and exposed wooden facing. Inside, visitors can also discover a Virgin and Child in gilded wood from the 18th century, listed as a Historic Monument.

While strolling through the city, you can also see a staircase inside the town hall, the only remnant of the Augustinian monastery and dating from the 15th century, or even discover the 19th century bridges.

Several marked hiking trails are accessible to Vals-près-le-Puy, such as the GR 65 which follows one of the paths to Santiago de Compostela, the via Podiensis, or the GR 700 or Régordane path, which connects Le Puy to the Mediterranean. During your walks, you will discover the fifteen chibottes scattered everywhere. These are large circular huts built of dry stone and covered with a corbelled dome. Some are listed in the additional inventory of Historic Monuments.

The weekly market is held every Sunday morning on the quays of Dolaizon.

In February, the town hosts the Vinivals fair with meetings around wine and local products from the region.

In April, the Saint-Jacques trail crosses the town with several events (20, 32, 43, 72 or 123 km).

International pedestrian race, the 15 km from Le Puy, which passes through Vals-près-le-Puy takes place in May.

At the end of August, the Festivogue des Chibottes takes place. On the program, shows for the whole family, a torchlight procession, theatrical visits, a market or even a festive meal.

A Christmas market with entertainment is offered in December.