Are you visiting Bordeaux and don't know where to start? In this article, we present to you the Parks and gardens of Bordeaux to discover !
Located in the southwest, near Toulouse, it is the fifth largest city in France.
If you like wines, you know that Bordeaux is the region of France famous for its wines.
Apart from being one of the most prestigious wine regions in France, it also has other beautiful attractions.
For example, the city has beautiful historic buildings, shops, an exceptional gastronomic life, parks and gardens…
Among its main attractions is the large wine museum, the Cité du Vin, which offers tastings and workshops.
But if you are going to spend a few days in Bordeaux, it is worth visiting all the city's parks and gardens.
So, in this article, we are going to introduce you to the best parks and gardens in Bordeaux that you cannot miss.
1. Public garden
First of all, we offer you the Public garden, classified as a "remarkable garden of France" and located in the heart of Bordeaux.
With a large green space, it is the ideal place to go for a picnic.
Also, the park has a large botanical garden with around 3000 species of plants that will amaze you.
You can visit the garden every day of the week from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., it's free.
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2. Bordeaux Park
Then we present to you the Bordeaux Park, the largest green space in Bordeaux.
Inaugurated in 1888, the Bordeaux Park was inspired by the models of the great Parisian parks of the second half of the 19th century.
You will feel like you have been teleported to the countryside, because this park covers a sarface of 28 hectares.
Getting there is easy, just take the tram into the city center.
Like most public parks, it also has a body of water and an English-style river with its small bridge.
In addition, a large area of Bordeaux Park is dedicated to animals.
So, during your visit, you will be able to find Gascon and Basque pigs, goats, turkeys, etc…
Entrance to Bordeaux park is free, and you can visit them every day of the week from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
3. Bourran Park
So, another place you can't miss is the Bourran Park.
This park is classified as a historical monument and designed by the landscaper Louis Le Breton, also at the origin of the Majolan Park
This 18-hectare botanical reserve is made up of trees from all over the world.
In addition, within the park, you will find the Bourran castle which now houses the Higher School of Teaching and Education.
Finally, entry to Bourran Park is free, and you can visit them every day of the week from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
We recommend that you include these parks and gardens of Bordeaux in your travel itinerary.
