In the footsteps of Simone de Beauvoir
Description
A pleasant circular walk along the route of the P.O.C. and on the banks of the Vézère.From the reception area for the Petite Gare, take the marked path (old railway line now GR 46) and go along the Garenne du Puy Grolier (rabbit warren) which leads to the old carding mills.Cross the bridge at the confluence of the Ruisseau d'Espartignac with the Vézère.Once you are across, take the road on the right for 200 to 300 metres, then the road on the right which runs alongside the Vézère. The landscape of greenery and water extends along the shore and arrives, in the shade, at the sports resort, Station Sports Nature Vézère Passion, which offers multiple activities. Continue along the Vézère.The circuit continues along Rue de l'Abreuvoir, which leads up to the old town.After the Simone de Beauvoir Media Library, continue along Rue de la Justice.At the Place de l'Hospice turn right again and cross the Vézère again via the Turgot bridge to reach the starting point again.
Technical informations
5.6 km
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max. 330 m
min. 287 m
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Altimetric profile
Starting point
Steps
La Petite Gare
Inaugurée en 1902 la Petite Gare d’Uzerche a vu passer le tacot jusque dans les années 70.Aujourd’hui les trains ne passent plus dans le centre d’Uzerche, la gare a été délocalisée dans un autre quartier de la ville.Devenue aire d’accueil de campings cars, la Petite Gare reste un lieu privilégié pour les Uzerchois et les touristes : balade détente ou sportive, à pied ou en vélo ; géocaching ; …
Garenne du Puy Grolier
Admirez ce magnifique point de vue en contre-bas sur la vieille ville d’Uzerche et son reflet dans la Vézère.
Ancienne Minoterie / Station Sports Nature
Située dans l’ancien moulin de la Minoterie, la Station Sports Nature Vézère Passion propose de nombreuses activités sportives : canoë, kayak, rafting, canoe-raft, grimpe à l’arbre, escalade, VTT, course d’orientation, …
Vieille ville
La vieille ville d’Uzerche concentre l’histoire de la ville. De l’abbatiale Saint Pierre du 12ème siècle aux restaurations contemporaines, en passant à côté des nombreuses demeures du 16ème siècle, découvrez le riche patrimoine de la ville. Les tourelles, symboles de la richesse des notables et Sénéchaux du 16ème siècle se retrouve dans le proverbe « Qui a maison à Uzerche à château en Limousin ».
Médiathèque Simone de Beauvoir
Dans son enfance, Simone de Beauvoir venait passer ses vacances dans la demeure familiale près d’Uzerche. Elle en laissera des témoignages dans « Mémoires d’une jeune fille rangée ».En l’honneur de cette grande dame de la littérature, la ville d’Uzerche a donné son nom à la médiathèque construite en 2000.
Points of interest
La Petite Gare
Inaugurated in 1902, the Petite Gare d'Uzerche saw the trains clank through until the 1970s. Today trains no longer run in the centre of Uzerche, the station has been relocated to another part of the city. Now a motorhome reception area, the Petite Gare remains a very special place for residents of Uzerche and tourists alike: for a relaxing stroll or more vigorous exercise, on foot or by bike, and geocaching. ...
Garenne du Puy Grolier
Admire this magnificent view below over the old town of Uzerche and its reflection in the Vézère.
The old town
The old town of Uzerche concentrates the history of the town. From the 12th-century abbey church of Saint Pierre to contemporary restorations, passing by the many 16th century residences, discover the town's rich heritage. The turrets, symbols of the wealth of the notables and Seneschaux of the 16th century are referred to in the old saying "He who has a house in Uzerche has a château in Limousin".
Simone de Beauvoir Media Library
As a child, Simone de Beauvoir used to spend her holidays in the family home near Uzerche. She wrote of her experiences in "Memoirs of a Dutiful Daughter". In honour of this great lady of literature, the city of Uzerche gave her name to the media library built in 2000.
Additional information
Public transport
Think about car sharing
Advice
Take some time to deviate from the circuit to visit the old town of Uzerche (Place des Vignerons and Saint Pierre Abbey).
Advised parking
Place de la Petite Gare, Rue Paul Langevin, Uzerche
Access
From Avenue Général de Gaulle (The main road in Uzerche), cross the Turgot bridge, and at the roundabout turn right onto Rue Paul Langevin. Motor home area.
Arrival
Place de la Petite Gare, Rue Paul Langevin, Uzerche
Ambiance
"The abundance of colours and smells exalted me. Everywhere, in the green water of the fisheries, in the swell of the prairies, under the curving ferns, in the hollow of the coppices, there were hidden treasures that I was burning to discover." (Simone de Beauvoir - Memoirs of a Dutiful Daughter) This itinerary refers to the childhood memories of Simone de Beauvoir, philosopher and writer (1908-1986), who spent part of her holidays in the family home, just outside Uzerche.
Departure
Place de la Petite Gare, Rue Paul Langevin, Uzerche
