Public Gardens France
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Les Chemins de la Rose
- Landscaped floral park in the Loire valley, with a large collection of roses. Photos, history, and rose inventory.
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Les Jardins de la Mansonière
- Complex of gardens in Alençon. Overview and virtual tour of the different garden areas, visitor information.
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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.
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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.
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Serre de la Madone
- Garden in Menton aims to be an international center for rare plant enthusiasts. History and visitor information with online tour.
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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.