Campsite near Autoire, one of France’s most beautiful villages
A visit to Autoire, the little Versailles
A remarkable example of Quercy architecture. It was nicknamed “Le petit Versailles” by the notables of Saint-Céré, who made it their holiday resort. The little village of Autoire is a must-see during your vacation at camping L’Écho du Malpas near Argentat.
Everything is harmonious: the sloping roofs, the gradation of tile colors, the turrets, the dovecotes, the manor houses, the church, the fountain, and so on.
Discover the two remarkable sights of Autoire
The village ofAutoire is also privileged to have two remarkable sights:
- La cascade d’Autoire: nestling at the bottom of the cirque, at the bottom of the valley. Walk up the Autoire stream to reach a majestic waterfall over 30 m high. In summer, its flow is low, but the coolness it provides is particularly welcome. In spring, the flow of the stream makes for a very impressive cascade. It’s an ideal spot forrock climbing.
- The château des Anglais: a medieval construction challenge. This den of brigands during the Hundred Years’ War merges with the cliff, as it is no more than 2 m wide.
To admire these two sights, you can also take the road up to the valley floor, to the Siran viewpoint. From here, you have a magnificent view of the waterfall. This is the starting point for the path that leads carefully on foot to the Château des Anglais.
Campsite 45 minutes from Autoire
From the village of Autoire, head towards Segonzac. As you pass the wash-house on your right, admire the Manoir de Maynard. Continue straight ahead on this uphill road, arriving on the flat, the small road to Cambou, on your left, will invite you to retrace your steps.
You’ll overlook Autoire and admire the hillsides that were once covered in vines. At “Dardes”, continue straight on towards “Pradou”. Stop and enjoy the magnificent view over the village of Autoire. Then it’s downhill to the stream , and at the bridge, you have two options: turn left to return to the village center, passing the Château de Limargue, or turn right to walk up the stream to the foot of the waterfall.
