Jardin des Plantes de Montpellier

Jardin des Plantes de Montpellier is a serene green oasis in the heart of the city, steeped in scientific history. Established in 1593 by order of Henry IV, it was originally a medicinal garden for the nearby Faculty of Medicine, making it the oldest botanical garden in France. Today, it remains a research and teaching garden, but is open to the public. Visitors can explore themed sections: a systematic garden with plants arranged by family, a medicinal plant collection, a rock garden, and historic greenhouses housing tropical species. The garden's layout is both beautiful and educational, with shaded alleys, a central pond, and a charming 19th-century greenhouse. It's a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and history buffs alike.

Don't miss

• See the historic greenhouse with tropical and exotic plants
• Explore the medicinal plant section, still used by the Faculty of Medicine
• Walk through the systematic garden to learn about plant families
• Relax by the central pond with its water lilies and goldfish
• Visit the rock garden featuring alpine and Mediterranean species

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Ways to visit Jardin des Plantes de Montpellier

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