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Parc Oriental de Maulévrier

Maulévrier, France

  1. WORLD’S BEST BOTANICAL GARDENS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 96 2026
Parc Oriental de Maulévrier

A large Japanese garden in Maulévrier, with a central pond crossed by red bridges, a pagoda, sculpted trees and many Japanese tree species. Summer night visits add lanterns, coloured lighting and recorded Japanese tales in French, and spring brings cherry blossom and hanami events.

Highlights

  • Pond with red bridges
  • Cherry trees at hanami
  • Lantern-lit night walk

Good to know

  • Entry around €11, under-10s free
  • Allow 2 to 2.5 hours
  • Free parking; dogs allowed on leash

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