Highlights
- Langres fortified walls
- Panoramic views from Langres
- Birthplace of Diderot
- Langres plateau
Stage conditions
| Section | France |
|---|---|
| Water on route | Moderate |
| Shade | Partial |
Practical notes
Getting there and away
Faverolles has no station or regular bus we could confirm. Langres station is on the Paris-Est–Belfort line with TER Grand Est trains to Chaumont, Culmont-Chalindrey, Dijon and Belfort, but it stands about 1.5 km below and south of the walled upper town; a rack railway once made the climb and buses and coaches now serve the station. Allow time for the ascent, or check the local bus at the station.
What the season does
The stage data narrows the window to May to September here and rates shade partial. The Langres plateau is high and open, cold and windy outside summer. The parish pilgrim shelter in Langres operates from 1 April to 30 September with check-in 16:30 to 18:00 daily, which sets the season for a cheap bed. Hunting from mid-September affects the woods.
Safety on this stage
The stage data warns of a steep approach to Langres. On the D-roads between hamlets, walk facing traffic. Langres's walls have unguarded drops in places; keep to the walkway.
Water and food
Water is moderate. The plateau villages are small and we could confirm no shop on the way, so leave Faverolles with two litres. Langres upper town has bakeries, cafés and a supermarket inside the walls, and the parish shelter has a kettle, microwave and fridge, so you can restock for the next stage.
Where pilgrims sleep
Langres has a parish pilgrim shelter, L'Abri du Pèlerin, in the presbytery at 1 bis rue Aubert: one room for two, one night only, credential required, with kettle, microwave, fridge and shared bathroom, 1 April to 30 September. The FFVF lists the Paroisse Saint-Mammès as the spiritual halt, and Pèlerinages de France names the Maison du Pèlerin and the Cheval Blanc. Our directory adds the hotels Le Cheval Blanc, Grand Hôtel de l'Europe, Hôtel de la Poste and Ibis Budget, and the Camping Navarre.
Sources: Wikipédia — Gare de Langres · Bienvenue en Haute-Marne — L'abri du pèlerin, Langres · La Via Francigena en France (FFVF) — Haltes Spiritualitas in Francigenam · Pèlerinages de France — Renseignements pratiques Via Francigena · Le Montagnard — Calendrier chasse France 2025-2026
Common questions
How long is the Faverolles to Langres stage?
It is 22.2 km (13.8 mi) and takes about 6.5 hours of walking, from Faverolles to Langres.
How hard is Faverolles to Langres?
It is rated moderate with 360 m of ascent and 254 m of descent over mixed terrain.
Is there water on the Faverolles to Langres stage?
There is a moderate amount of water along this stage — carry enough between resupply points.
How do I get to Faverolles and away from Langres?
Faverolles has no station or regular bus we could confirm. Langres station is on the Paris-Est–Belfort line with TER Grand Est trains to Chaumont, Culmont-Chalindrey, Dijon and Belfort, but it stands about 1.5 km below and south of the walled upper town; a rack railway once made the climb and buses and coaches now serve the station. Allow time for the ascent, or check the local bus at the station.
Where do pilgrims sleep in Langres?
Langres has a parish pilgrim shelter, L'Abri du Pèlerin, in the presbytery at 1 bis rue Aubert: one room for two, one night only, credential required, with kettle, microwave, fridge and shared bathroom, 1 April to 30 September. The FFVF lists the Paroisse Saint-Mammès as the spiritual halt, and Pèlerinages de France names the Maison du Pèlerin and the Cheval Blanc. Our directory adds the hotels Le Cheval Blanc, Grand Hôtel de l'Europe, Hôtel de la Poste and Ibis Budget, and the Camping Navarre.
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