Public Gardens France

• Domaine de Chaumont sur Loire - Gardens of the chateau at Chaumont, overlooking the River Loire between Blois and Amboise. Host of the annual Festival of Gardening since 1992, displaying the work of a new generation of landscapers, architects, designers and gardeners.
• Giverny Gardens - Famous gardens established by French impressionist painter Claude Monet, featuring allées with bountiful color and a peaceful water garden with Japanese bridge. Visitor information, map, photos.
• La Bambouseraie - Bamboo garden and nursery in the French Languedoc region, inspired by Japanese gardens. History, events, visitor information. Site in French, German and English.
• Le Jardin de l'Alchimiste - Magical garden in the heart of the French Provence. Overview of the garden and its history and visitor information. Site in French and English.
• Les Chemins de la Rose - Landscaped floral park in the Loire valley, with a large collection of roses. Photos, history, and rose inventory.
• Les Jardins de la Mansonière - Complex of gardens in Alençon. Overview and virtual tour of the different garden areas, visitor information.
• Parc Floral de La Source - Public gardens south of Orleans in the Loire Valley, central France, covering 35 Ha. Featuring a number of formal and informal themed gardens it is also an important trialing ground for new varieties of Roses, Irises and bedding plants.
• Parks and Gardens in France - Map-driven directory of public and private French gardens. It provides a short description, visitor information, and directions for each listing.
• Serre de la Madone - Garden in Menton aims to be an international center for rare plant enthusiasts. History and visitor information with online tour.
• Vaux le Vicomte - The baroque château and gardens, designed by Fouquet and Lenotre, of a grand estate in central France. Overview in photos, visitor information.