Every year, these parks and gardens in and around Paris burst into color with cherry blossoms, fields of tulips, and spectacular rose gardens… but the blooms only last a few weeks.

Martin Luther King Park, a vast 10-hectare space in the 17th arrondissement, is transformed into a Japanese landscape in spring thanks to its cherry tree-lined paths and meadows. Admission is free and the peak season generally runs from March to April, with the flowers reaching their peak around mid-March. Admire the magnificent sakura trees in Martin Luther King Park in the heart of the 17th arrondissement for free!

Bagatelle Park, located next to the Bois de Boulogne and covering 25 hectares, offers a rich botanical collection and varied landscapes. Its rose garden, one of the oldest in France, begins to bloom in mid-May and has more than 10,000 rose bushes. The rose garden reveals more than 10,000 rose bushes in mid-May.

The Chanteraines departmental park, located between Gennevilliers and Villeneuve-la-Garenne, covers nearly 80 hectares and features meadows, wooded areas, ponds, an educational farm, and even a small tourist train, easily accessible from Paris. A breath of fresh air just a few minutes from the capital.

45 minutes from Paris, La Ferme de Gally opens a huge field of tulips for visitors to pick themselves in April. Admission is free, stems are sold for between €0.50 and €1 each, and a €5 deposit is required for secateurs; the farm also has a shop and two restaurants. Come in April to pick tulips at a great price!

The Arboretum de Versailles-Chèvreloup,a vast 200-hectare park near the palace, is home to more than 2,000 species, including rare Japanese cherry trees. For much of April, its meadows and surrounding area offer a spectacular hanami display in shades of pink and white.

This year, to enjoy the magnificent Parc de Sceaux, you will need to reserve a time slot. The cherry trees on the estate have been damaged by pests for many months, and the trampling of thousands of visitors each year does not help matters. In order to preserve them, the estate has set up reservation slots.

A traditional Chinese garden covering 10,000 m² on the outskirts of Paris. For a change from cherry blossoms and tulips, while still enjoying a springtime stroll, head to the Yili Garden: a 10,000 m² private traditional Chinese garden located in Saint-Rémy-l’Honoré, designed according to the principles of Feng Shui and open to the public from March 14 through November. On site, you can explore landscaped paths, kiosks imported from China, cultural workshops (tai chi, bonsai, music), and even a future tea room.

A true hidden oasis in the heart of Paris, the garden of the Paris Mosque is a must-see in the capital. Here, you canstroll among the wisteria,read a book, enjoy traditional pastries… A very peaceful place to discover (and rediscover) throughout the year!

June is peak rose season! It’s the perfect opportunity to discover or rediscover L’Haÿ-les-Roses, located 40 minutes from Paris. A veritable Garden of Eden, it is home to more than 3,000 varieties of roses… A real feast for the eyes!

This sublime royal abbey, over 800 years old, hides a magnificent secret: a 3, 500 m² rose garden composed of delicate, antique flowers. From May through June, flower lovers can admire the blooming roses and enjoy their colors and delicate scents.