Question about Fete du Roi in Le Puy in September

[nreyn12]

Hey all,
Has anyone attended the Fete du Roi in Le Puy? I just realized that my preferred start date falls during the festival, and I am wondering what to expect. Will I be able to find pilgrim accommodation, or should I book ahead? Should I plan to hang around for the festival?

Any input would be appreciated!

Thanks,
Nancy

 

[Deleted member 3000]

You can book here for Le Puy:

http://www.lescapucins.net/#/giteang/3516215

Fêtes Renaissance du Roi de l’Oiseau au Puy-en-Velay

Cette fête inspirée de la Renaissance s’achève par la nomination du meilleur archer de la ville. Superbes costumes d’époque et reconstitutions historiques. Le XVIe siècle grandeur nature avec scènes de la vie quotidienne, marché d'époque, spectacles, défilés...

Quand : du 14 au 18 septembre 2011
Site internet : http://www.roideloiseau.com
Fiche destination : Auvergne

 

[Kitsambler]

Since it is never a bad idea to book ahead in Le Puy, even without complicating events, by all means reserve yourself a bed. And since many people will attend the event and then start walking, reserving a bed on your route for the next week would also be advisable.

I don't know about the Fete, but the Market Days in Le Puy come very highly recommended, so I imagine the Fete even more so. Lucky you - enjoy the festivities!

 

[Deleted member 3000]

This gite takes reservations:

http://www.lescole.com/

As does this place a few miles further:

http://www.webcompostella.com/Jean-Marc ... _a207.html

 

[Kulinarykila]

What days are the market days????

 

[nreyn12]

I've read that the usual market day in Le Puy is Saturday.

 

[Dan.inRealLife]

Looks like I'll be there around that time as well for a departure! A Saturday start with the festival sounds good, as the departure from Le Puy Sunday morning would be good.

 

[Kitsambler]

A festival near your starting date just means a very large number of people with the same thought. Be sure you reserve your lodgings for the next week or so. Remember the French make reservations for themselves - this is very different from Spain.