Jardín del Parterre, Aranjuez

The Jardín del Parterre is a garden composed of geometric patterns created by trimmed boxwood hedges, circular pools, and water features arranged in a trapezoidal form. The space is bounded by an ornate Rococo iron gate with stone gateposts fashioned from Colmenar stone.

This garden was created between 1728 and 1735 during the reign of King Philip V, with designs by engineer Esteban Marchand. The project marked the introduction of French gardening traditions to Spain on a significant scale.

The sculptures within the fountains draw from Greek and Roman mythology, visible to visitors as they walk through the spaces. These artworks communicate ideas of power, abundance, and water through their placement and form.

Visitors enter through the ornate iron gate at the main entrance to begin their visit. Plan to walk through the garden at a leisurely pace to take in the different sections and water features throughout the space.

At the center of the garden stands a green jasper fountain created by artist Roque Solario, which predates most other elements within the space. This fountain was crafted in an earlier period and later incorporated into the geometric layout.

Location: Aranjuez

Part of: Gardens of Aranjuez

GPS coordinates: 40.03624,-3.60646

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:08