10 exceptional gardens
La Garenne Lemot - Photo D. Pillet
Domaine de la Garenne-Lemot, Clisson
Created in the early 19th century, this large Italian-inspired park cleverly combines a perfectly landscaped garden with much more rebellious, abundant and rolling scenery. As they stroll, visitors discover, Antiquity-inspired mills, columns and statues. A neo-classical villa and house with Tuscan finery accentuate the site's Italian identity.
Loire-Atlantique - open all year round
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Loire-Atlantique - open all year round
rosiers anglais Kew Gard-Photo Domaine de l'Auneau
Parc de l’Auneau, Chantonnay
In the heart of the Vendée countryside, the Parc de l'Auneau, classed a remarkable garden, there sits a viewpoint that dominates the Vallée du Petit Lait beside a proud Tuscan house. The place gives visitors an amazing sensation of calm... There are few flowers here except the heritage roses, but there is a variety of incredible trees, such as European beech, American oak, Portugal laurel, sycamore and blue cedar.
Vendée - open early July and all of September, visits upon request all year round
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Vendée - open early July and all of September, visits upon request all year round
Jardin médiéval - Photo J.P Berlose-Cemjika
Jardin du Donjon de Ballon
There are actually several gardens at the foot of this Middle-Ages castle, such as the Lime Tree Walkway or the Lion Courtyard, interspersed with willows, maples and rose beds. Also discover the Rose Garden and the Panoramic Moat which, besides the beauty of their fruit trees, boast an uninterrupted view of the Normandie-Maine park. The show-stopper remains the Medieval Walled Garden, with its very geometric lines and many plant species.
Sarthe - Open all year round
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Sarthe - Open all year round
Jardin du Pin - Photo Jacques Moreau
Jardin du Château du Pin, Champtocé-sur-Loire
Classed as a historical monument and a "remarkable garden", this multi-layer space includes some fifty yews, perfectly pruned, around a waterlily pond. The mysterious outlines of these trees make us imagine dreamlike characters. Nearby, there are orange, mandarin and lemon trees and, further, yellow roses, white cyclamen, shrubs, perennials, and more. A treat for the nose!
Anjou - open May to October
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Anjou - open May to October
Jardin Potager- Photo Anjou Tourisme
Potager du Château Colbert, Maulévrier
In addition to its Oriental Park, Maulévrier boasts another significant natural setting with this 8,000-m2 kitchen garden. Left abandoned after the Second World War, it was recreated according to the original 18th-century plans and re-opened in 2014. The fruit and vegetables grown her are used in the gastronomic restaurant at the adjoining Château Colbert which, like Versailles, is the work of the architect Mansart.
Anjou - open late May to early October
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Anjou - open late May to early October
Gourdes- Photo Le Potager Extraordinaire
Le Potager Extraordinaire, La Mothe-Achard
Given its incredible collection of plants, some of which are from the other side of the world, this Extraordinary Kitchen Garden truly deserves its name... Children love the carnivorous plants, others the smell of coca cola or Haribo tagada strawberry, or species such as the exploding cornichon! The site offers a whole host of events, as well as cookery classes.
Vendée - open July to October
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Vendée - open July to October
Jardin de La Pellerine - Photo Mayenne Tourisme
Jardin de la Pellerine
Set around a stunning 17th-century residence, this green estate is actually made up of a collection of small gardens, each boasting their own charm. Ponds, pergolas and delightful walkways enhance these green spaces, adding to the romantic and intimate character of the site.
Mayenne - open May to mid-October
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Mayenne - open May to mid-October
Photo J.P Berlose-Cemjika
Jardin du Petit-Bordeaux, Saint-Biez-en-Belin
Tucked in the heart of a forest, this four-seasons garden brings together almost 4,000 plants which create changing scenes depending on the season. The creators of this Eden have cleverly played with volumes and paid as much attention to the foliage as the flowers. A special mention goes to the "philosophical walkway", scattered with texts by writers and perfect for meditation!
Sarthe - open April to mid-November
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Sarthe - open April to mid-November
L'univers des plantes aromatiques-Photo D. Drouet
Camifolia, Chemillé-Melay
Here is a less surprising garden, dedicated entirely to aromatic plants. Over 500 species flourish within the six themed spaces that showcase scents, medicinal properties, flavours and local crops! The place has a few surprises in store, such as the still, the impressive sculptures of "medicine men", the Sylvan theatre or the Mediterranean hothouse. Workshops and family-based activities are regularly on offer.
Anjou - open May to June and August to October
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Anjou - open May to June and August to October
Photo J.Y Guyard-Mayenne Tourisme
Jardins des Renaudies, Colombiers-du-Plessis
Both an English-style floral park and an ecomuseum dedicated to rural life, the Jardins des Renaudies have over 3,000 varieties of plants such as camellias, rhododendrons, azaleas, perennials and hydrangeas. The site organises events throughout the year, such as an Easter-egg hunt at Easter, carriage rides, a spring market or a pumpkin party in Autumn. A corn maze, open from late July, keeps kids happy, while the tearoom hosts adults every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Mayenne - open April to October
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Mayenne - open April to October
La Garenne Lemot - Photo D. Pillet
Domaine de la Garenne-Lemot, Clisson
Created in the early 19th century, this large Italian-inspired park cleverly combines a perfectly landscaped garden with much more rebellious, abundant and rolling scenery. As they stroll, visitors discover, Antiquity-inspired mills, columns and statues. A neo-classical villa and house with Tuscan finery accentuate the site's Italian identity.
Loire-Atlantique - open all year round
Learn more
Loire-Atlantique - open all year round
rosiers anglais Kew Gard-Photo Domaine de l'Auneau
Parc de l’Auneau, Chantonnay
In the heart of the Vendée countryside, the Parc de l'Auneau, classed a remarkable garden, there sits a viewpoint that dominates the Vallée du Petit Lait beside a proud Tuscan house. The place gives visitors an amazing sensation of calm... There are few flowers here except the heritage roses, but there is a variety of incredible trees, such as European beech, American oak, Portugal laurel, sycamore and blue cedar.
Vendée - open early July and all of September, visits upon request all year round
Learn more
Vendée - open early July and all of September, visits upon request all year round
Jardin médiéval - Photo J.P Berlose-Cemjika
Jardin du Donjon de Ballon
There are actually several gardens at the foot of this Middle-Ages castle, such as the Lime Tree Walkway or the Lion Courtyard, interspersed with willows, maples and rose beds. Also discover the Rose Garden and the Panoramic Moat which, besides the beauty of their fruit trees, boast an uninterrupted view of the Normandie-Maine park. The show-stopper remains the Medieval Walled Garden, with its very geometric lines and many plant species.
Sarthe - Open all year round
Learn more
Sarthe - Open all year round
Jardin du Pin - Photo Jacques Moreau
Jardin du Château du Pin, Champtocé-sur-Loire
Classed as a historical monument and a "remarkable garden", this multi-layer space includes some fifty yews, perfectly pruned, around a waterlily pond. The mysterious outlines of these trees make us imagine dreamlike characters. Nearby, there are orange, mandarin and lemon trees and, further, yellow roses, white cyclamen, shrubs, perennials, and more. A treat for the nose!
Anjou - open May to October
Learn more
Anjou - open May to October
Jardin Potager- Photo Anjou Tourisme
Potager du Château Colbert, Maulévrier
In addition to its Oriental Park, Maulévrier boasts another significant natural setting with this 8,000-m2 kitchen garden. Left abandoned after the Second World War, it was recreated according to the original 18th-century plans and re-opened in 2014. The fruit and vegetables grown her are used in the gastronomic restaurant at the adjoining Château Colbert which, like Versailles, is the work of the architect Mansart.
Anjou - open late May to early October
Learn more
Anjou - open late May to early October
Gourdes- Photo Le Potager Extraordinaire
Le Potager Extraordinaire, La Mothe-Achard
Given its incredible collection of plants, some of which are from the other side of the world, this Extraordinary Kitchen Garden truly deserves its name... Children love the carnivorous plants, others the smell of coca cola or Haribo tagada strawberry, or species such as the exploding cornichon! The site offers a whole host of events, as well as cookery classes.
Vendée - open July to October
Learn more
Vendée - open July to October
Jardin de La Pellerine - Photo Mayenne Tourisme
Jardin de la Pellerine
Set around a stunning 17th-century residence, this green estate is actually made up of a collection of small gardens, each boasting their own charm. Ponds, pergolas and delightful walkways enhance these green spaces, adding to the romantic and intimate character of the site.
Mayenne - open May to mid-October
Learn more
Mayenne - open May to mid-October
Photo J.P Berlose-Cemjika
Jardin du Petit-Bordeaux, Saint-Biez-en-Belin
Tucked in the heart of a forest, this four-seasons garden brings together almost 4,000 plants which create changing scenes depending on the season. The creators of this Eden have cleverly played with volumes and paid as much attention to the foliage as the flowers. A special mention goes to the "philosophical walkway", scattered with texts by writers and perfect for meditation!
Sarthe - open April to mid-November
Learn more
Sarthe - open April to mid-November
L'univers des plantes aromatiques-Photo D. Drouet
Camifolia, Chemillé-Melay
Here is a less surprising garden, dedicated entirely to aromatic plants. Over 500 species flourish within the six themed spaces that showcase scents, medicinal properties, flavours and local crops! The place has a few surprises in store, such as the still, the impressive sculptures of "medicine men", the Sylvan theatre or the Mediterranean hothouse. Workshops and family-based activities are regularly on offer.
Anjou - open May to June and August to October
Learn more
Anjou - open May to June and August to October
Photo J.Y Guyard-Mayenne Tourisme
Jardins des Renaudies, Colombiers-du-Plessis
Both an English-style floral park and an ecomuseum dedicated to rural life, the Jardins des Renaudies have over 3,000 varieties of plants such as camellias, rhododendrons, azaleas, perennials and hydrangeas. The site organises events throughout the year, such as an Easter-egg hunt at Easter, carriage rides, a spring market or a pumpkin party in Autumn. A corn maze, open from late July, keeps kids happy, while the tearoom hosts adults every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Mayenne - open April to October
Learn more
Mayenne - open April to October
La Garenne Lemot - Photo D. Pillet
Domaine de la Garenne-Lemot, Clisson
Created in the early 19th century, this large Italian-inspired park cleverly combines a perfectly landscaped garden with much more rebellious, abundant and rolling scenery. As they stroll, visitors discover, Antiquity-inspired mills, columns and statues. A neo-classical villa and house with Tuscan finery accentuate the site's Italian identity.
Loire-Atlantique - open all year round
Learn more
Loire-Atlantique - open all year round
rosiers anglais Kew Gard-Photo Domaine de l'Auneau
Parc de l’Auneau, Chantonnay
In the heart of the Vendée countryside, the Parc de l'Auneau, classed a remarkable garden, there sits a viewpoint that dominates the Vallée du Petit Lait beside a proud Tuscan house. The place gives visitors an amazing sensation of calm... There are few flowers here except the heritage roses, but there is a variety of incredible trees, such as European beech, American oak, Portugal laurel, sycamore and blue cedar.
Vendée - open early July and all of September, visits upon request all year round
Learn more
Vendée - open early July and all of September, visits upon request all year round
Jardin médiéval - Photo J.P Berlose-Cemjika
Jardin du Donjon de Ballon
There are actually several gardens at the foot of this Middle-Ages castle, such as the Lime Tree Walkway or the Lion Courtyard, interspersed with willows, maples and rose beds. Also discover the Rose Garden and the Panoramic Moat which, besides the beauty of their fruit trees, boast an uninterrupted view of the Normandie-Maine park. The show-stopper remains the Medieval Walled Garden, with its very geometric lines and many plant species.
Sarthe - Open all year round
Learn more
Sarthe - Open all year round
Jardin du Pin - Photo Jacques Moreau
Jardin du Château du Pin, Champtocé-sur-Loire
Classed as a historical monument and a "remarkable garden", this multi-layer space includes some fifty yews, perfectly pruned, around a waterlily pond. The mysterious outlines of these trees make us imagine dreamlike characters. Nearby, there are orange, mandarin and lemon trees and, further, yellow roses, white cyclamen, shrubs, perennials, and more. A treat for the nose!
Anjou - open May to October
Learn more
Anjou - open May to October
Jardin Potager- Photo Anjou Tourisme
Potager du Château Colbert, Maulévrier
In addition to its Oriental Park, Maulévrier boasts another significant natural setting with this 8,000-m2 kitchen garden. Left abandoned after the Second World War, it was recreated according to the original 18th-century plans and re-opened in 2014. The fruit and vegetables grown her are used in the gastronomic restaurant at the adjoining Château Colbert which, like Versailles, is the work of the architect Mansart.
Anjou - open late May to early October
Learn more
Anjou - open late May to early October
Gourdes- Photo Le Potager Extraordinaire
Le Potager Extraordinaire, La Mothe-Achard
Given its incredible collection of plants, some of which are from the other side of the world, this Extraordinary Kitchen Garden truly deserves its name... Children love the carnivorous plants, others the smell of coca cola or Haribo tagada strawberry, or species such as the exploding cornichon! The site offers a whole host of events, as well as cookery classes.
Vendée - open July to October
Learn more
Vendée - open July to October
Jardin de La Pellerine - Photo Mayenne Tourisme
Jardin de la Pellerine
Set around a stunning 17th-century residence, this green estate is actually made up of a collection of small gardens, each boasting their own charm. Ponds, pergolas and delightful walkways enhance these green spaces, adding to the romantic and intimate character of the site.
Mayenne - open May to mid-October
Learn more
Mayenne - open May to mid-October
Photo J.P Berlose-Cemjika
Jardin du Petit-Bordeaux, Saint-Biez-en-Belin
Tucked in the heart of a forest, this four-seasons garden brings together almost 4,000 plants which create changing scenes depending on the season. The creators of this Eden have cleverly played with volumes and paid as much attention to the foliage as the flowers. A special mention goes to the "philosophical walkway", scattered with texts by writers and perfect for meditation!
Sarthe - open April to mid-November
Learn more
Sarthe - open April to mid-November
L'univers des plantes aromatiques-Photo D. Drouet
Camifolia, Chemillé-Melay
Here is a less surprising garden, dedicated entirely to aromatic plants. Over 500 species flourish within the six themed spaces that showcase scents, medicinal properties, flavours and local crops! The place has a few surprises in store, such as the still, the impressive sculptures of "medicine men", the Sylvan theatre or the Mediterranean hothouse. Workshops and family-based activities are regularly on offer.
Anjou - open May to June and August to October
Learn more
Anjou - open May to June and August to October
Photo J.Y Guyard-Mayenne Tourisme
Jardins des Renaudies, Colombiers-du-Plessis
Both an English-style floral park and an ecomuseum dedicated to rural life, the Jardins des Renaudies have over 3,000 varieties of plants such as camellias, rhododendrons, azaleas, perennials and hydrangeas. The site organises events throughout the year, such as an Easter-egg hunt at Easter, carriage rides, a spring market or a pumpkin party in Autumn. A corn maze, open from late July, keeps kids happy, while the tearoom hosts adults every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Mayenne - open April to October
Learn more
Mayenne - open April to October
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Stroll through the remarkable parks, gardens, kitchen gardens and arboretums that populate the Atlantic Loire Valley region. These green settings each have their own unique qualities and even have a few incredible surprises in store for walkers....
There's something for everyone! From the medieval garden to the giant kitchen garden, as well as the romantic estate, the Italian-accented park and the one that rubs shoulders with a historic monument, every department of our green region has an Eden-like beauty that pays tribute to the devotees who meticulously maintain their charms.
Here's a little tour, in pictures, of the remarkable sites that stand out among the myriad Edens in Atlantic Loire Valley.
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DOMAINE DE LA GARENNE LEMOT GRAND PATRIMOINE DE LOIRE-ATLANTIQUE
In the imagination of the sculptor, François-Frédéric Lemot, the Garenne Lemot project begins.
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PARC DE L'AUNEAU
The villa-castel, a square mansion dating from 1899, harmonises the grounds.
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DOMAINE DE LA GARENNE LEMOT GRAND PATRIMOINE DE LOIRE-ATLANTIQUE
In the imagination of the sculptor, François-Frédéric Lemot, the Garenne Lemot project begins.
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PARC DE L'AUNEAU
The villa-castel, a square mansion dating from 1899, harmonises the grounds.
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