{"id":670784,"date":"2022-06-06T09:20:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-06T06:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/?p=670784"},"modified":"2024-05-01T11:50:29","modified_gmt":"2024-05-01T08:50:29","slug":"20-best-parks-in-paris-photo-description-reviews-map","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/20-best-parks-in-paris-photo-description-reviews-map\/","title":{"rendered":"20 best parks in Paris – photo, description, reviews, map"},"content":{"rendered":"

In one of the most amazing cities<\/a> in the world<\/a> – the cradle of the French Revolution, the abode of talented artists, many unique sights<\/a> are concentrated. The Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Montparnasse, the Arc de Triomphe are known to almost every person on our plane<\/a>t. But, probably, such beautiful places<\/a> as the parks of Paris, with the exception of the Champs Elysee<\/a>s, are not familiar to everyone. This article will briefly introduce you to the enchanting world of man-made and natural beauty captured in the best parks<\/a> in Paris<\/a>.\/p><\/p>\n

Tuileries garden<\/h2>\n

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The ancient park, which is located<\/a> in the heart of Paris, has long won the love of many guests and natives of the romantic city<\/a>. The complex appeared back in 1564, becoming a kind of decoration of the palace<\/a> of Queen Catherine de Medici. Since the mentioned person of royal blood belonged to an ancient Italian family, the “green” zone is also made in the appropriate style, which gives this part of Paris a special charm.<\/p>\n

For ordinary visitors, the park became available only after the French Revolution and was repeatedly subjected to large-scale rest<\/a>oration after numerous artillery and air attacks during the two World Wars.<\/p>\n

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Today, this unique<\/a> attraction is conside<\/a>red an example of a true “French garden” and is a perfectly symmetrical project, thought out to the smallest detail. And in many respects this was the merit of the brilliant landscape architect A. Lenotre. The most beautiful sculptures of masters of all times are buried in the luxurious greenery of the square. The oldest work belongs to the 18th century. The sculpture of August<\/a>e Rodin called “The Kiss” requires special attention, which, like a magnet, attracts art lovers from all over the world. There are quite recognizable sculptures that actually turn out to be good copies of the originals.<\/p>\n

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In the western part<\/a> of the park there is an art gallery, which presents the best works of the Impressionists and other popular artists. Here, by the way, is a magnificent painting “Water Lilies” by Claude Monet. But the north<\/a>ern wing of the park is dedicated to modern trends in art.<\/p>\n

Louvre: Timed Entrance Ticket 1-<\/a>
\nHour Lights of Paris Cruise Skip-the<\/a>
\n-line tickets to the roof of the Arc de Triomphe<\/a>
\nEiffel Tower: 2nd floor access<\/a>
\nVersailles and Gardens: Skip-the-line ticket with audio guide<\/a>
\nHop-on Hop-off bus tour. Class., Prem. or Suite<\/a>
\nParis Museum Pass: 2, 4 or 6 days<\/a>
\nTickets: Montparnasse: 56th floor rooftop terrace<\/a>
\nShow at the Moulin Rouge with champagne<\/a><\/p>\n

Field of Mars<\/h2>\n

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This park complex belongs to the most famous French “green” area<\/a>s. It is located at the very foot of the symbol of Paris – the Eiffel Tower<\/a>. The uniqueness of this attraction is hidden in its practical purpose. The Champ de Mars itself is a parade ground where students and teachers from the nearby Military School train<\/a>.<\/p>\n

During its centuries-old history<\/a>, the field has repeatedly become the site of key historical events that have left their imprints on the history<\/a> of both Paris and France<\/a>. For example, it was here that a balloon with the notorious explorer Blanchard took off from the ground, the revolutionaries shouted their mottos, and in the century before last, the field became the venue for horse racing.<\/p>\n

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The square is a favorite rest<\/a>ing place for local residents and guests of the capital, who often visit these places with a blanket, a bottle of their favorite wine and fresh cheese. Even at night in the park, you can see numerous lovers who just sit in the company of burning candles and enjoy the marvelous scenery of the Parisian tower. By the way, from 8 pm, the grandiose building becomes a real theater of illumination, so that the atmosphere turns into an emphatically romantic one.<\/p>\n

Bois de Boulogne<\/h2>\n

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In the western part of Paris, there is another grandiose square and captivating with its amazing landscapes. Among the townspeople, the forest<\/a> is known as the “western lung” of Paris. Several centuries ago, this place was a huge oak forest called Rouvray, in the thicket of which hunters from the royal family and the nobility so loved to spend their time. Today, a well-groomed array is spread here, on the territory of which you can get acquainted with a lot of interesting places<\/a> and attractions<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Most visitors to the “green” zone begin their acquaintance with the architectural masterpiece of Bagatelle, which has a chic rose garden. The history<\/a> of the creation of the palace is also unique. According to the primary sources, it was built in just two months, for which almost a thousa<\/a>nd workers worked on a masterpiece project day and night. This was precisely the condition of the dispute between the Count d'Artois and his brother's wife, Queen Marie Antoinette, from which the Count was able to emerge victorious.<\/p>\n

Today you can get acquainted with the rich decoration of the palace for only 6 euros.<\/p>\n

La Villette Park<\/h2>\n

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The park complex of La Villette is a unique theatrical platform, the main character on which is nature itself. In the 19th century, this place was considered the largest “green” complex of the French capital, and today it represents an interesting<\/a> combination of past and present, appears in the light of architectural masterpieces and industrial projects. Thematic pavilions are scattered everywhere, which are quite popular among tour<\/a>ists. Well, for lovers of pristine nature, walks along the Urk canal, which divides the park into two zones, will be to your taste.<\/p>\n

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On weekends and holidays<\/a>, entertainment and cultural events are held in the park, including numerous exhibitions, theatrical performances, music concerts and even evening movie screenings right in the fresh air! The southern part of the square deserves special attention, in which the town of science and industry is located. By the way, this cultural center<\/a> is one of the three most visited entertainment venues in Paris, second only to the famous Louvre and Pompidou Center<\/a>.<\/p>\n

flower garden<\/h2>\n

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Well, how to<\/a> ignore the favorite square of all Parisians? On a vast territory there are several pavilions – each with its own special microclimate. And the entire territory of the park is generously strewn with millions of various flowers – from tulips to peonies, from daffodils to poppies. You can even admire Japanese-style miniature trees here.<\/p>\n

Interestingly, the French garden was design<\/a>ed in the likeness of Japanese flower gardens. In it, one plant variety is alternately replaced by another, third, and so on. It will take more than one hour to get around all the pavilions, which occupy an area of \u200b\u200bmore than 6 hectares. It is after getting to know this place that the last doubts disappear why France is considered the most flowery country in Europe<\/a>.<\/p>\n

France in miniature<\/h2>\n

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Paris is able to surprise<\/a> not only with unsurpassed masterpieces of the past, but also with modern objects that are a real miracle. These include the amazing park “France in Miniature”, a visit to which will give a complete picture of the whole country. The idea of \u200b\u200bcreating an entertaining and educational France in miniature arose in 1991. 160 iconic sights<\/a> (miniature copies), located on an area of \u200b\u200b5 hectares, amaze with their 100% resemblance to the originals.<\/p>\n

Dan Olman, a talented craftsman, craftsman and artist, architect and sculptor all rolled into one, worked on creating unique copies for the mini-country. On the green car<\/a>pet of lawns, between island<\/a>s of shrubs and trees, French provinces are represented: Gothic Flemish, wine-growing Burgundy, sea<\/a>side Brittany, the majestic romantic Basque Country, etc. In half an hour you can see France from the Eiffel Tower<\/a> to Fort Bayard. Unforgettable feelings will remain from visiting stunning entertainment attractions<\/a>, concentrated in different “regions” of the micro-country.<\/p>\n

Park “Asterix”<\/h2>\n

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The French are known as a nation that knows how to work well, give talented creators and have great fun. It is no coincidence that there are many entertainment places in Paris, including the modern Parc Asterix, named after the beloved hero of French comics. At the heart of the creation of attractions<\/a> (there are 30 of them), located in 5 thematic zones, are adventure stories from stories about Asterix and Obelix. For example, an attraction-journey along a conditional river flowing along the Gallic settlements, where the legionnaires of Rome were defeated.<\/p>\n

Visitors of all ages will find here entertainment according to their interests. In addition to rides, the park hosts theatrical performances that capture the imagination. In the large central tent, a heated battle between the “Gauls” and the “Romans” unfolds hourly, leaving no one indifferent. Spectators of dolphin water performances admire the manifestation of extraordinary abilities when performing all sorts of tricks by these intelligent mammals. A visit to Asterix Park is a lot of positive emotions.<\/p>\n

Disneyland<\/h2>\n

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The most visited object in Paris – Disneyland, which is a branch of the American entertainment complex, is located on 1943 hectares. This is a truly fabulous country, where every child dreams of visiting, located 32 km from Paris<\/a>. Fantastic rides, amazing playgrounds, Disney characters turn a visit to the park into a magic<\/a>al exciting journey into an amazing world. Sleeping Beauty Castle, Snow White and the 7 Dwarfs, Robinson, Jack Sparrow, Captain Nemo's Nautilus – you won't see anyone among the inhabitants of Disneyland.<\/p>\n

Here you can feel like Indiana Jones, riding a swaying decrepit trolley; wander in the mazes of Wonderland with Alice; feel the bright color of the Aladdin East; find yourself in Robinson's hut. Everyone takes their breath away from being in the Wild West sector, with “gold mines”, pistol shooting and extreme roller coaster rides “Thundering Mountain”. Many unexpected and interesting things open up in the empire of entertainment – Disneyland Park.<\/p>\n

Aquapark Aquabulvar<\/h2>\n

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Not every Europe<\/a>an capital can boast such a large-scale water entertainment center as the Aqua Boulevard water park<\/a> in Paris. Created almost in the center of the city<\/a>, the industry of dizzying water attractions covers an area of \u200b\u200b7 thousa<\/a>nd square meters. m. In the closed part of the water park<\/a> under glass, there is a constant temperature of water and air (29 \u00b0), which creates a comfortable environment for visitors. There is a large selection of pools: for “walruses” there are pools with cold water, a pool with artificially created waves, with sea<\/a> water.<\/p>\n

Beautiful open beaches<\/a> are organized, real tropical oases with palm trees, lianas and Pacific vegetation. The abundance of attractions<\/a> is striking in quantity and variety: water slides for children of different ages, mini-waterfalls, fountains, geysers, bubble baths, streams with a counter current, etc. Teenagers especially love water guns, from which they “fly out” and plunge into the water, surf simulation. The 30-meter “Blue Whale”, invented by the famous explorer of the sea depths I. Cousteau, delights children. Entrance to the water park<\/a> is allowed for children from 3 years old.<\/p>\n

luxembourg garden<\/h2>\n

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A truly sacred atmospheric place for the French, where Parisians of any age love to visit – the Luxembourg Gardens was founded by order of the famous Queen M. Medici in 1611. It arose around the built Luxembourg Palace, having received the same name. Garden, spread out on the square. 26 hectares – a corner of Florentine culture on Parisian land, many features of which have been preserved since the 17th century, for example, a ramp with terraces, a large fountain, layout, some sculptures, etc.<\/p>\n

A magnificent ensemble of beautiful architecture and flora is a wonderful decoration of the capital, which is always full of people, remembers the names of the greats of this world, who considered it their duty to visit this corner of man-made beauty. Everyone is captivated by emerald lawns with a bright frame of flowers, shady trees, various concerts arranged in a music pavilion with an open stage. There are sports and playgrounds, interesting attractions and a special atmosphere that evokes bright nostalgic feelings.<\/p>\n

Buttes Chaumont Park<\/h2>\n

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If you translate into Russian the rather beautiful-sounding name of the Buttes-Chaumont park, then it will become very prosaic – “bald mountain”. Even more prosaic and gloomy is the story of the place on which this wonderful park is now laid out. In the 18th century there was a fetid dump of horse and human corpses, so the Parisians immortalized the name of Baron Haussmann, who, when he was mayor of the city, risked turning a terrible place into a public park.<\/p>\n

For 3 years, all the garbage was taken out, a many-kilometer road was made, terraces, lawns and flower beds were laid out, thousands of trees of expensive species, exotic shrubs, and ornamental plants were planted. The originality of the park layout is caused by the height difference, which gives it a special charm. There is a lake with a small island<\/a>, on the 50-meter rock of which the temple<\/a> of Sibyl was built. A 63 m suspension bridge<\/a> leads to it) and a stone one, nicknamed the “suicide bridge”. Visitors will find many interesting “highlights” in this natural and man-made paradise.<\/p>\n

Montsouris Park<\/h2>\n

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Another brainchild of Baron Haussmann, created on the site of a former quarry in the southern part of the city, the Montsouris park was opened in 1869, although the improvement continued until 1878. The same specialist<\/a>s worked on its creation as in the Buttes-Chaumont park, who overcame a lot difficulties in the design and implementation of the idea. A huge artificial lake was dug out among the hills with an artificial stream flowing into it, bounded by a picturesque stone cascade.<\/p>\n

Stairs were laid along the slopes of the hills and lawns were laid out, a network of winding paths and paths was formed around the territory, trees and bushes were planted along them. Today, Montsouris Park is the embodiment of recreated natural beauty, against which dozens of entertainment facilities operate: various pavilions, a theater, concert venues, and exciting attractions. During the day there are always many visitors of different ages, and each of them finds something special for themselves.<\/p>\n

Bois de Vincennes<\/h2>\n

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In the east of Paris, a huge green massif (995 hectares) stretches the Bois de Vincennes, which has now become a popular vacation<\/a> spot for Parisians. Back in the 10th century, when G. Capeta was in power, royal hunting was organized in the forest, so it was surrounded by a fence, a hunting lodge was built in it, which later turned into a luxurious castle<\/a>. Under Napoleon III, they began to actively ennoble the territory: they equipped paths, fountains<\/a>, installed sculptural compositions, and formed artificial lakes.<\/p>\n

It is impossible to see the Vincennes park complex for 1 time. Its main attraction is the royal castle<\/a>, around which the town of Vincennes has already grown. To the south of Lake Domenil, the Buddhist Pagoda (1932) attracts attention, with a massive gilded Buddha statue<\/a> located in it. Here you can go boating on the lakes, ride bicycles, walk among the irresistible landscape paintings, visit the butterfly garden, the historical redoubt of the 19th century. and just breathe clean air.<\/p>\n

Botanical Garden<\/h2>\n

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When you come to the Parisian Botanical Garden, you can't believe that such a riot of diverse flora is located in the city center<\/a>. Here on the square in 30 hectares you can get acquainted with a variety of climatic zones, with plants typical of them (there are more than 1 thousand species in total). The Botanical Garden was opened in 1926 on the initiative of the royal physicians, who considered it necessary to visually acquaint students with medicinal herbs and flowers.<\/p>\n

Now it is a grandiose scientific and educational institution in the open air, in which there is nothing: thematic greenhouses, a mineralogy gallery, a rose garden, an Evolution gallery with stuffed dinosaurs, an Alpine garden and even a menagerie. Children<\/a> especially like the spiral road – the Great Labyrinth leading to the top of the hill, formed in the 14th century. from limestone and debris. There is an original gazebo made of metal parts, which is considered the oldest metal structure (appeared before the Eiffel Tower<\/a> by 100 years).<\/p>\n

Belleville Park<\/h2>\n

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On a high hill in the Belleville quarter (formerly a village) there is a park of the same name, which has preserved a vineyard and a winery within its boundaries from the former village. But this wonderful corner of Paris is truly famous for<\/a> its picturesque terraces and the longest cascading fountain. By the way, there are a lot of fountains here, and each of them has its own “zest”. Neat paths, beautiful lawns with flower beds, originally trimmed arrays of shrubs create unique landscape landscapes. Against their background, you can have a wonderful rest, admiring the magical panorama of Paris from above.<\/p>\n

An open-air theater operates here, where performances are held almost daily. Of interest to visitors is the ecological pavilion “House of Air”, which organizes exhibitions that tell about measures to combat air pollution. At them, everyone will learn a lot of new and vital things about the significance of the earth's atmosphere, the composition of air, etc.<\/p>\n

Palace and Park of Fontainebleau<\/h2>\n

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A unique architectural structure – Fontainebleau Palace is not only a kind of masterpiece of architecture, embodied in its appearance several styles, but a monument to the history<\/a> of French kings. Transformed under Francis I from a dwelling of hunters into a luxurious palace, Fontainebleau underwent many changes under Henry IV and Napoleon Bonaparte and became the cradle for subsequent royal dynasties.<\/p>\n

In the mixed architecture of the majestic palace, Gothic austerity, symmetry of the classics and luxury of the Renaissance intertwined. An example of the latter is the chapel of the Holy Trinity, whose interior decoration is striking in its brilliance and beauty. The park surrounding the palace also changed over the years, acquiring an increasingly colorful look. It is impossible not to admire the green squares of lawns, bright floral ornaments, amazingly shaped cypresses, clean ponds and fountains.<\/p>\n

Bagatelle Park<\/h2>\n

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In one of the cozy corners of the Bois de Boulogne, there is a true masterpiece of landscape and park art – Bagatelle Park, whose name means “trifle” in translation. It is connected with the history of the appearance here in 1777 of an elegant classical palace, the construction of which in a short time by Count d Artois considered a trifle. Satisfying his ambition with the round-the-clock work of 900 workers, the king's brother ordered a garden in English and Chinese styles to be planted around the new palace.<\/p>\n

The project of a wonderful garden (architect Belanger) provided for a lake, a river, cascading waterfalls, grottoes and bridges, sculptures and fountains. A Scottish gardener worked on the implementation of the landscape project for 10 years. The infamous Queen Marie Antoinette admired the extraordinary palace and garden and lived here until her execution. After a grandiose reconstruction during the reign of Napoleon III, a magnificent rose garden was laid out here, which is still admired by tourists<\/a> from all over the world. Now 9 thousand rose bushes are blooming in it, the contest “The most beautiful rose” is being held.<\/p>\n

Park of the Palace of Versailles<\/h2>\n

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As the Palace of Versailles itself is the standard of a solemn country residence, so the park surrounding it is an unsurpassed example of a garden and landscape miracle, the beauty of which is impossible to resist. Now this palace and park complex is the true wealth of France, honored to take its rightful place in the UNESCO list<\/a>. A visit to this landscape work of art is a surge of emotions and silent delight when words are superfluous.<\/p>\n

Looking at all this splendor: unusually shaped lawns, flower beds, terraces, fountains, pools<\/a> – you do not believe that such beauty can be created by hand. It took almost 4 centuries to transform the once remote province into one of the most brilliant places in Europe. How can one not recall the most pretentious of the French monarchs, Louis XIV, the “Sun King”, under whom the palace was expanded and the park was improved. Of course, one cannot forget the merits of his successors, who not only saved a great wealth, but also significantly developed it.<\/p>\n

Andre Citroen Park<\/h2>\n

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The Seine Riverside Park is a special kind of park built on the site of the former Citroen car factory in 1991 and named after the founder of the famous car brand. Its central part is a grassy lawn, around which amazing objects are concentrated. The creators of park structures invested in them a cognitive and philosophical meaning. Here the elements of entertainment are connected with the knowledge of the new.<\/p>\n

Between 2 greenhouses, where you can see the flora of the Mediterranean and the tropics, there is a kind of entertainment area with “dancing” fountains, on which children love to run under unexpected jets of water. 8 thematic gardens are organized here: Black (with dark-colored plants) and White (with light-colored flora), Blue, Red, Golden, etc., each of which has a symbolic connection with a certain phenomenon or substance. An interesting and fascinating world opens up to visitors of the A. Citroen Park.<\/p>\n

Bercy Park<\/h2>\n

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A small right-bank part of the Seine (13.9 hectares) in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, designed as a Bercy public park on the site of a winery, is the merit and project of the famous French President Mitterrand. The 10th largest Parisian park has a glorious historical foundation – in its place were vineyards, a winery operated, producing delicious royal wines. In the magnificent appearance of the landscape and park structures, retro features of the remarkable past and interesting elements of modern modernity have been preserved.<\/p>\n

Relic age-old oaks, chestnuts, map<\/a>les, lindens, authentic buildings of the wine-growing village, paths paved with mighty cobblestones, along which graceful modern arbors are installed, are preserved here. As a memory of the past, there was a greenhouse, a fruit-bearing garden and even a vegetable garden with funny scarecrows. The sports and entertainment complex, a vivid example of modernity, is very interesting for its interior design and a varied program of its establishments. The park is loved by fans of roller skating, football games, picnics.<\/p>\n

Use the services of kiwitaxi<\/a> and at the airport, at the specified time, the driver will be waiting for you, help with luggage and promptly take you to the hotel. Several classes of cars are available – from economy to Minibus with 19 seats. The price is fixed and does not depend on the number of passengers and the address<\/a> within Paris<\/a>. Taxi<\/a> from \/ to the airport is a convenient and comfortable way to get to the right place.<\/p>\n

Parks of Paris on the map<\/h2>\n