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Wooden Wheel of Les Grandes Magnelles
DiscoverPlaces to seeFranceNew AquitaineBellacBessines-Sur-Gartempe
Wooden Wheel of Les Grandes Magnelles
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Patrick
April 25, 2022
Hiking
In the village of Les Grandes Magnelles in Bessines-sur-Gartempe. A cart wheel with disproportionate dimensions. We notice the axle with a large crank, the outer rim without strapping and two others, concentric, offset on the thickness. The spokes appear to be of one length. The crank intrigues, what was the use of this wheel?
fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charron_(m%C3%A9tier)
fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charron_(m%C3%A9tier)
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•Patrick
April 25, 2022
Hiking
Do not hesitate to explore the paths and small villages of our beautiful region, which still has some great surprises in store for us. As for the use of this wheel, a future course should provide an answer.
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•Patrick
April 26, 2022
Hiking
As am curious, am returning to the places of knowledge. Was very lucky to meet the owners of the site. The wheel dates from the 19th century. Note its square-headed …
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Distance 160 m
Uphill 10 m
Downhill 0 m
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