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Nature / Park Sights in Bordeaux — 3 of Our Favourites

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Public Garden, Bordeaux - Centre

1. Public Garden

Location
Bordeaux

The public garden in the city of Bordeaux houses an arboretum, a library and a Natural History Museum.

Created in 1746, the public garden is a green area of 10.8 hectares located in the centre of the city. Designed by the landscape architect Ange-Jacques Gabriel, it is the first garden in France creation specifically for opening to the public. His work was seen to be very 'French' and likened to the work of Le Nôtre, the illustrious gardener of Versailles.

This park is free to enter. Open every day from 7am. 
Closures:

  • From 1 April to 31 May: 20:00
  • From June 1st to August 31st: 21:00
  • From 1 to 30 September: 20:00
  • From 1 to 31 October: 19:00
  • From 1 November to 14 February: 18:00
  • From 15 February to 31 March: 19:00
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Parc de Majolan Park, Blanquefort

2. Parc de Majolan Park, Blanquefort

Labelled as a 'Jardin Remarquable' (remarkable garden) by the Ministry of Culture, this park originated in the 19th-century. Situated in rural Blanquefort, a 20 minute drive from the centre of Bordeaux.

With the added bonus of having its very own cave to explore, as well as a lake, fountains and gardens, this park is perfect for a romantic stroll or a family outing. There is a special playground for younger children from the ages of 1 to 12 years.

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flowers in a city park

3. Parc Bordelais, City of Bordeaux

Location
Bordeaux

Designed as a public green space in the 19th-century, this 28-hectare historical park is home to around 3000 trees, 1000 of which are more than a century old.

Its wide walkways will lead walkers and joggers through a protected historic oak grove, an English river and all kinds of vegetable staging. Inside the park you will also find games for children, an animal park, a small train and the puppet theatrer 'Le Guignol Guérin' which will also delight children.

This park is free to enter. Open every day from 7am. 
Closures:

  • From 1 April to 31 May: 20:00
  • From June 1st to August 31st: 21:00
  • From 1 to 30 September: 20:00
  • From 1 to 31 October: 19:00
  • From 1 November to 14 February: 18:00
  • From 15 February to 31 March: 19:00
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