Did you know? In Val-de-Marne, there's a very special place that looks like Wonderland. In this not-so-secret garden, you'll stroll among rose bushes whose shimmering colors will enchant you. Welcome to the magnificent Roseraie du Val-de-Marne.
Roseraie du Val-de-Marne is approved as a "Conservatory of specialized plant collections" and is listed on the supplementary inventory of historic monuments. It has also been awarded the " Jardin Remarquable" label. This magical place, created at the end of the 19th century, is located in the town of l'Haÿ-les-Roses. It covers 1.5 hectares and boasts no fewer than 11,000 rosebushes and 2,600 different species.
Created in 1894 by Jules Gravereaux and enhanced by the famous landscape architect Edouard André in 1899, the Roseraie du Val-de-Marne is the world's first rose garden. Its innovative concept, using the rose as the sole element of plant decoration, revolutionized garden design.
As a true botanical conservatory, this rose garden is home to the largest living collection of old roses. Today, it boasts several thousand varieties, carefully tended by the Département du Val-de-Marne for over forty years.
Rigorously organized in a didactic spirit, the collections are divided into sectors designed by Jules Gravereaux according to a logic of chronological evolution, from the oldest to the most recent varieties. This approach allows visitors to discover the fascinating evolution of roses over the centuries.
There are 13 collections arranged around the decorative rose garden in the French garden style. From wild to cultivated roses, this magical garden boasts one of the largest collections of old roses in France, if not the world.
From the Allee des Roses Historiques to the Jardin des Roses Etrangères and the Allee de l'Histoire de la Rose, you'll be amazed by the diversity of species. After this wonderful discovery, don't miss a visit to the Parc de la Roseraie, a 14-hectare English-style park. Whether in the shade of a tree or in full sun, you can enjoy this verdant setting with your family, friends or partner.
After a lovely stroll among the roses, you can opt for a picnic in the park (your ticket to the rose garden gives you access all day until 7pm, so you're free to go out and come back afterwards) or take a seat in the café-restaurant adjoining the rose garden. With its lovely terrace overlooking the rose garden and, in particular, the beautiful decorative rose garden, it's the perfect place to enjoy lunch or a drink.
For practical information, note that the rose garden is open from April 25 to May 31, daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., then from June 1 to September 20, also 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., except Mondays (closed). The bloom reaches its peak in May and June. Tickets are €4 for adults during the May–mid-July bloom period, and free afterward. Finally, for a good deal, keep in mind that the rose garden is free to visit on Rendez-vous aux Jardins and during Journées du Patrimoine.
Please note that it's been over 4 years since our last visit, so the place and experience may have changed.
Dates and Opening Time
Next days
Saturday:
from 08:00 a.m. to 08:00 p.m.
Sunday:
from 08:00 a.m. to 08:00 p.m.
Monday:
from 08:00 a.m. to 08:00 p.m.
Tuesday:
from 08:00 a.m. to 08:00 p.m.
Wednesday:
from 08:00 a.m. to 08:00 p.m.
Thursday:
from 08:00 a.m. to 08:00 p.m.
Friday:
from 08:00 a.m. to 08:00 p.m.
Location
Roseraie du Val-de-Marne
Roseraie du Val-de-Marne
94240 Hay les Roses (L')
Prices
- 2 ans: Free
Du 15 juillet au 20 septembre 2026: Free
Supplément visite guidée: €1
5 à 15 ans et groupes: €2
Adultes du 25 avril au 14 juillet 2026: €4
Recommended age
For all
Official website
roseraie.valdemarne.fr
