If you’re lookingfor a peaceful haven away from the hustle and bustle of Paris, we’ve found the perfect getaway for you without leaving Paris! Located in the Bois de Vincennes, in the 12th arrondissement, the École du Breuil Garden is a hidden gem. Open year-round,this 10-hectare botanical paradise, little known to Parisians, will surprise you with the beauty of its landscapes.
A little-known, free garden in the heart of Paris
This lush green oasis, designated a “Jardin Remarquable,” has everything to dazzle you! Spanning 10 hectares, you’ll discover 5 themed areas, such as an English-style garden, a rock garden with its charming stream that evokes the Alps, and a vast Zen pond where multicolored koi swim…. But what really stands out in the summer is the sublime rose garden!
You can admire various varieties of roses blooming elegantly around the pergolas starting in early May. Their sweet scents fill the air. The reason the place is so impeccable is that it serves as an open-air school for the city’s future master gardeners, who train there year-round. A very relaxing spot where you can stroll, rest, and dream…
📍 Location: Route de la Ferme, 75012 Paris
⏲️ Hours: Daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. – Free admission