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The Duchy of Uzès
Cradle of a noble family vassal of the counts of Toulouse, in this beautiful eastern Languedoc, the town of Uzès has entered history as 1er Duchy of France.
Enter this imposing construction, an emblem that enhances the silhouette of this medieval town. A true architectural jewel, the Duchy is remarkable thanks to its Renaissance facade, its ramparts, its corner towers, and its keep, the Bermonde Tower.
A visit to this place is like a trip back in time. You will have the chance to discover the almost thousand-year-old cellars, as well as the furnished apartments, still inhabited by the ducal family.
Museography of the Pont du Gard
Immerse yourself in the heart of Romanity, and discover one of the wonders of Antiquity, the Pont du Gard. This bridge is the most prestigious vestige built almost 2 years ago.
This architectural gem located in the heart of a preserved natural setting has many secrets in store for you. To explore these, there is nothing better than visiting the museum spaces of this exceptional site.
You then understand why, and how, this highest Roman bridge in the world could have been built. After this informative visit, follow in the footsteps of the Romans. Cross the Bridge and sit down on the banks to enjoy a refreshing break.
Guided tour of Uzès
The town of Uzès is classified as a 'remarkable heritage site' and has on its territory more than forty buildings and objects classified or registered on the list of Historic Monuments.
To allow you to discover the historic heart of the city and its most beautiful heritage assets, the City of Art and History service offers numerous guided tours. Set off to discover the historic center, the mansions, the springs and the first vestiges of the Roman aqueduct, or even the past of the writers who marked the history of the city.
Uncover the secrets of this multifaceted city and its fabulous history.
Beaver House
At the heart of Gardon gorges, Biosphere Reserve, immerse yourself in the world of beaver and roach!
This house, located in Collias, is an original and fun-educational reception space. It invites you to discover the mysteries of the Gardon, its fauna and its flora. Beyond a fun visit, this site aims to raise awareness of the environmental issues of this watercourse which crosses our territory.
Bicycle and Motorcycle Museum, Bosc Castle
Discover one of the largest collections of cycles in the world, in the heart of Château de Bosc. The motorcycles and bicycles on display are true works of art and exceptional models. Majestic, Vincent, MV, Harley Davidson, Johnny's motorcycle or even a bike classified as a Historic Monument, will delight young and old!
Medieval garden and its towers
Entering this medieval-inspired botanical garden is a bit like taking a step back in time. Nestled at the foot of two towers from the 450th and XNUMXth centuries, the Bishop's Tower and the King's Tower, this garden houses around XNUMX medicinal, dyeing, harvested, magical or condiment plants, duly labeled.
Climb the 100 steps of the King's Tower to enjoy an exceptional panorama. Duchy, Saint-Théodorit Cathedral, and surroundings of the city will then be revealed before the eyes. In good weather, you can even see the Cévennes in the distance.
Pottery Museum et Clock Tower
Discover the daily life of Mediterranean peoples through ceramics during a visit to this museum, installed in a former oil mill.
Within the museum, a collection of traditional glazed earthenware pottery from Saint-Quentin-la-Poterie is on display, a collection of pipes and terraillettes from the Job Clerc factory, as well as a collection of 700 glazed, raw and utilitarian pottery from the Mediterranean rim.
Georges Borias Museum
This museum, located within the former bishopric of the town of Uzès, is full of nuggets that have shaped the history of our territory.
Pottery from Saint-Quentin-la-Poterie, productions from the Pichon factory, cabinets from Uzès, portraits and personal souvenirs dedicated to the writer André Gide… This Museum of France brings together collections of archaeology, history and of crafts, allowing you to discover the rich past of the town of Uzès, and the writers who made it famous such as Jean Racine or André Gide.
Uzès Exhibition, Bugatti and Monticelli
From June 22 to October 13, 2024, Uzès 1st Duchy of France, labeled City of Art and History since 2008, and classified as a remarkable heritage site since 1965, will host a new edition of its major exhibitions in the heart of the old Bishopric.
Within the exceptional setting of the former Bishopric, you will be captivated by the scenography of this exhibition, but also by the selection of large-scale works. This edition will bring together two remarkable exhibitions, “Bugatti, a dynasty of creators” which will honor the Bugatti family (Ettore, Rembrandt and Carlo) and “Monticelli, precursor of impressionism” which will celebrate the bicentenary of the painter's birth Adolphe Monticelli. So don't wait any longer, open the doors of this unique place and discover this art exhibition with wonder.
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Throughout the duration of your UP Essential Pass, also take advantage of the offers from UP Discovery Pass. You can then save up to €150 and benefit from reductions ranging from 5% to 20% from the many partners of the operation.
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