Way of St. James from St. Genix-sur-Guiers to Condrieu

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).

In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents.

For example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return date. Consider visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to take into account any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.

ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.

⚠️ For this stay, you must also bring your health insurance card.

• 1 backpack of 35/40 litres with a flexible frame, equipped with a waist belt.
• A large plastic bag to protect the inside of the backpack.
• 1 pair of excellent quality sunglasses with side protection.
• A water bottle (1.5 liters minimum).
• 1 Opinel-type pocket knife.
• 1 small pouch (preferably waterproof) to put your money, identity card, health insurance card and assistance contract in.
• Toilet paper + 1 lighter to burn it.
• Sunscreen + lip balm.
• Airtight plastic container (minimum capacity 0.5 litre) + cup + cutlery.
• 1 survival blanket.
• Camera, binoculars (optional).
• A pair of poles is recommended.

For the upper body, the 3-layer principle allows you to manage almost all situations:

• A long-sleeved undershirt made of breathable material (hollow fiber).
• A warm fleece fur jacket.
• A windproof, waterproof and breathable Gore-Tex type jacket.

When hiking in calm, sunny weather, a base layer may be sufficient. In rain, snow, or wind, simply add a waterproof jacket. In very cold weather or during breaks, a fleece jacket is an essential addition.

Choose quick-drying clothes, so avoid cotton. Opt for wool (merino wool underwear is comfortable and doesn't develop unpleasant odors), silk, and synthetic fibers that will keep you dry and warm for as long as possible.

Remember to dress warmly before you get cold, but especially to remove layers before you get too hot. Sweat is a hiker's enemy, as it dampens clothing that quickly becomes icy during breaks. Therefore, it's very rare to undertake a climb wearing a fleece jacket.

The ideal list : (to be adapted according to the hike and the season)

• 1 sun hat or cap.
• 1 scarf or neck warmer.
• Short-sleeved T-shirts in breathable material preferred (1 for 2 to 3 days of walking).
• 1 long-sleeved undershirt in breathable material or a shirt.
• 1 fleece fur jacket.
• 1 windproof, waterproof and breathable Gore-Tex type jacket with hood.
• 1 rain cape or a bivvy bag if you own the jacket above.
• 1 pair of loose-fitting trekking trousers.
• 1 pair of shorts or bermudas.
• Hiking socks (1 pair for 2 to 3 days of hiking). Opt for wool or hiking-specific socks. Be careful with cotton as it can cause blisters.
• 1 pair of high-top hiking boots with good ankle support and waterproof soles (Vibram type). Remember to test new shoes and those that haven't been used for a long time beforehand.
• Underwear.
• At the beginning and end of the season (May - June and September - October), it may be useful to also have gaiters, gloves and a hat.