Most beautiful parks in the paris region

Yvelines: discover the Bonnelles Ponds Nature Reserve and its beautiful treasures

In the Yvelines, the Bonnelles Ponds Regional Nature Reserve offers a free, year-round nature and heritage stroll around two ponds, featuring diverse wildlife and charming 18th-century factories.

Yvelines: a park designated as a natural site and its historic island cloaked in wisteria

In the Yvelines, just a short stroll from the RER A, the Parc des Ibis du Vésinet reveals, in late April to early May 2026, its Chinese wisterias in full bloom around a large lake designated a natural site since 1934. We went to explore it, and it’s a true feast for the eyes and a perfect place to recharge.

Essonne: a château with remarkable gardens you absolutely must discover to go green

The Domaine de Courson, a château classified as a Historic Monument and a park labelled Jardin Remarquable in Courson-Monteloup, Essonne, opens its doors to visitors until November 1. Now is the time to discover its sublime green spaces and, perhaps, delve into the castle’s history through a guided tour.

10 parks and gardens in Paris and Île-de-France you simply have to visit in May 2026

In May, the parks and gardens of Paris and the Ile-de-France region are decked out in their most beautiful colors. The abundant blooms of this period offer the opportunity for beautiful discoveries, ideal for springtime strolls. So, to help you find your way around, here are 10 parks and gardens to discover at this time of year.

Arboretum of Vallée-aux-Loups, the stunning free park in Hauts-de-Seine renowned for its remarkable trees

In Châtenay-Malabry, in the Hauts-de-Seine department, the Vallée-aux-Loups Arboretum offers 12.5 hectares of picturesque natural scenery just a short 15-kilometer drive from Paris. Best of all, entry is completely free, making it a perfect year-round escape into nature.

The superb Roseraie du Parc Lebaudy on the Ile de Puteaux

We're off to Puteaux, on the banks of the Seine just outside Paris in the Hauts-de-Seine department, to discover the Parc Lebaudy and its sublime rose garden, free and open to all. A real beauty, it features almost 1,600 rose bushes and 200 varieties of roses in a French-style landscaped garden.

The Hangar Y's contemporary open-air exhibition is back! An artistic stroll in the green

The Hangar Y, which conceals a 10-hectare natural area planted with trees, offers a year-round open-air art walk, free on weekdays and €3 with access to the Hangar on weekends. Since April 28, 2025, new works have been added to the circuit. From Erwin Wurm and Lionel Sabatte to Pauline Tralongo and Odile Decq, it's time for an unusual, unplugged stroll through the heart of the Hauts-de-Seine.

The Japanese gardens of the Parc Floral de Paris in the Bois de Vincennes and its treasures

The Parc Floral de Paris and its 35 hectares in the heart of the Bois de Vincennes is a mine of discoveries. Japanese-inspired, it features beautiful Zen gardens with bonsai trees, rhododendrons and water features.

Discover the magnificent Japanese Garden of Square Médéric in Colombes

Square Méréric, a pretty neighborhood park in Colombes, boasts a 3,800 m2 Japanese garden featuring bamboos, maples, pruned trees, azaleas and pagodas. It's the perfect place to get away from it all.

Le Jardin Bossuet, a bucolic park overlooking Meaux cathedral (77)

During a stopover near Meaux, in the Seine-et-Marne département, opt for a stroll through the Bossuet garden, right in the center of town.

Les Jardins Japonais de Favières, the free Zen garden park (visit by appointment)

The Jardins Japonais de Favières, located in Seine-et-Marne, opens the doors to a 7,000m2 cultural and ecological space. We set off to discover this haven of peace, embodying Japanese art and tradition. These gardens, in perpetual progress, offer spaces of serenity and reflection that you're sure to love. Visits must be booked in advance.