The Parks and Gardens of Normandy beckon visitors from around the globe, inviting them to immerse themselves in the tranquil beauty of these remarkable landscapes. Plant enthusiasts will find endless inspiration and delight as they explore the vibrant flora and meticulously curated gardens, each telling its own unique story. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat or an opportunity to connect with nature, Normandy’s green havens offer a captivating experience that will leave you in awe.
Normandy’s Top Garden Picks
Artists’ gardens
The “garden painter” Claude Monet explored how gardens could inspire art. In such crafted idylls as Giverny, poetry is everywhere, bringing together paint and plant. Claude Monet’s gardens in Giverny At Giverny, Monet had an army of gardeners to hone his garden in the ways he sought to perfect his art. Let’s imagine it’s 1920…
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Top exotic gardens in Normandy
A trip to the ends of the earth in Normandy? If you love the scents and colours of faraway places, these beautiful plant havens are the place to be. Vauville’s extraordinary garden Take a trip to the distant lands of the southern hemisphere! At the end of the Cotentin Peninsula, 300 metres from the sea,…
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Giverny
The famous water lily ponds and colourful gardens created by the Master of Impressionism, Claude Monet, at his home in Giverny, close to Paris and Rouen, gave him his greatest artistic inspiration and have made this tiny river Seine-side village famous all over the world. An Impressionist hub Giverny lies on the bank of the…
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Stéphane Marie and Normandy
Renowned French TV presenter and author Stéphane Marie is a proud ambassador for Normandy and its exceptional gardens. In the heart of the Cotentin, at Saint-Pierre-d’Arthéglise, his creativity has flourished. Spanning nearly 10,000 square metres, his garden is a living masterpiece, with the gardener knowing the story behind every plant and variety. Several times a year, this enchanting space opens its gates to visitors, offering a glimpse into his world of horticultural passion.
Normandy from a new perspective
Our selection of Normandy Experiences with Parks & Gardens
Normandy Experiences are unique local activities that will bring depth and meaning to your journey. Meet passionate and inspiring Normans along the way as you explore Normandy off the beaten path
Normandy’s Garden Events
For garden enthusiasts and plant lovers, Normandy offers a vibrant calendar of events dedicated to horticulture. From flower shows to plant fairs, these gatherings are the perfect opportunity to cultivate your passion, discover new ideas, and perhaps even pick up a few plants to take home. Let the rhythm of the seasons guide you through a year of garden-inspired activities and celebrations.
‘Rendez-vous aux jardins’ National garden open days
05 June 07 June 2026
Garden lovers, rejoice! The ‘Rendez-vous aux Jardins’ open days will take place from 5 to 7 June 2026 throughout France and especially in Normandy, a region of gardens par excellence. The theme of this year’s Rendez-vous is “The five senses in the garden”. This unmissable event has taken place every year since 2003, much to…
