This French-style garden, tucked away in a palace in the Yvelines, is unveiled for Rendez-Vous aux Jardins 2026.

With the return of Rendez-vous aux Jardins, from June 5 to 7, 2026, here at last is the dream excuse (or rather, the unbeatable argument) to set off and discover the loveliest, most secret, or most immersive gardens of Paris and the Île-de-France region. Over in Rambouillet, the Jardin du Roi de Rome, a gem that's rarely seen, is waiting for you!

Rendez-vous aux Jardins is the highly anticipated event for nature and culture enthusiasts across Île-de-France! For one weekend only, June 5 to 7, 2026, numerous public and private gardens will open their gates to the public for tours, activities, and concerts — all completely free and accessible to everyone! It’s a wonderful opportunity to explore extraordinary gardens, some undiscovered, secret, or unusual, that will be welcoming visitors during this can't-miss event.

The Garden of the King of Rome, which surrounds the eponymous palace in Rambouillet, is a botanical jewel set within a remarkable historic setting. This stunning French-style garden was established several centuries ago, in the 19th century, by order of Napoleon I as a tribute to his son, the King of Rome. Today, it is a listed historic monument, enchanting visitors with its geometric flowerbeds, tree-lined avenues, and central pond. If you haven’t discovered it yet, the Garden of the King of Rome offers an ideal spot for a peaceful family stroll or a leisurely walk with friends in the Rambouillet area. So, why not visit this charming site for the upcoming Jardins Rendezvous 2026?

What’s on offer at the 2026 Gardens Rendezvous at the Palace of the King of Rome in Yvelines:

Self-guided tour of the Verger Pavilion
Explore the Verger Pavilion and its charming decor featuring medallions during a self-guided, free visit.
Participation terms: Limited to 8 people at a time. Free | No reservation required
Hours: Saturday, June 6, 2026 — 10:30–12:30, 14:30–18:00 | Sunday, June 7, 2026 — 14:30–18:00
Study of a planted border
Maryam Aroua, a Rambouillet resident and student at the National School of Landscape at the Potager du Roi in Versailles, has dedicated the past year to studying and analyzing a bed in the Garden of the King of Rome. She invites you to explore her research, now showcased within the garden itself.
Participation conditions: Free | No reservations required
Schedule: Saturday, June 6, 2026 — 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM
The King of Rome's Garden: Then and Now
Join a guided tour to uncover the fascinating story of this one-of-a-kind garden. Created by landscape painter Hubert Robert in 1786, it has undergone numerous transformations under its various owners. When the city acquired the western part of the Palace of the King of Rome in 1989, plans were put in place for extensions and landscaping projects, which have now resulted in a peaceful haven for downtown strollers.

At the end of your visit, you’ll have the option to tour the Verger Pavilion for free or explore the artwork of Maryam Aroua.
Participation requirements: Free | No reservation required
Schedule: Saturday, June 6, 2026 - 3:00 PM ⤏ 3:45 PM, 4:00 PM ⤏ 4:45 PM