Les Jardins Suspendus

Les Jardins Suspendus (The Hanging Gardens) is a unique park built on the site of a former military fort, Fort Sainte-Adresse, overlooking the city of Le Havre and the English Channel. Opened in 2008, the gardens are a testament to innovative urban greening, transforming a historic fortification into a lush, multi-level green space. The garden features a collection of plants from around the world, organized by theme, including a Mediterranean garden, a Japanese garden, and a prairie garden. Winding paths lead visitors through terraced levels, with benches and viewpoints offering sweeping vistas of the port, the city, and the sea. The site also includes a small museum about the fort's history. It's a peaceful escape from the city center, popular for walks, picnics, and photography. The gardens are especially beautiful in spring when flowers bloom, and in autumn when the foliage changes color.

Don't miss

• Panoramic views of Le Havre, the port, and the Seine estuary from the upper terraces.
• Themed gardens: Mediterranean, Japanese, and prairie sections with diverse plant species.
• Remains of the original fort, including ramparts and a small museum.
• Peaceful walking paths ideal for a leisurely stroll or a picnic.

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Les Jardins Suspendus

Cheapest way inMont Saint-Michel Shore Excursion from Le Havre with Packed Lunch4.9★ · 37 travelers10–11 hoursFree cancellationFrom$69 per personSee dates →Best full dayD-Day Beaches Shore Excursion from Le Havre with Packed Lunch4.9★ · 560 travelers~10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$115 per personSee dates →Top ratedBest of Paris: Seine River Cruise & Packed Lunch from Le Havre4.7★ · 142 travelers10–11 hoursFree cancellationFrom$103 per personSee dates →

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Know before you go

• Bring a picnic to enjoy on the grass with a view of the sea.
• The viewpoints are perfect for photos, especially at sunset.
• It can be windy on the upper terraces; bring a jacket.
• Wear comfortable shoes for walking on uneven paths.

A bit of history

The fort was built in the 19th century as part of Le Havre's coastal defenses. After military use ceased, the site was repurposed into a public garden, opening in 2008 as a key project in the city's post-war reconstruction and green initiative.