Jardin Royal

The Jardin Royal is a botanical garden in Toulouse featuring winding paths, green lawns, and a central lake with a duck house and ornamental bridge. The garden links to surrounding green spaces through footbridges.

The garden was established in 1754 by Louis de Mondran as part of an urban renewal project aimed at replacing old structures with connected parks and green spaces. This vision shaped the layout of the area significantly.

Marble and steel sculptures honoring French figures stand throughout the space, with one piece inspired by Antoine de Saint-Exupery's literary work. These artworks become part of the backdrop as you walk through.

The garden is easily accessible, with tram and metro stations located near the entrance for convenient arrival. It works best on warmer days when you can take advantage of the shaded pathways throughout.

Rare tree specimens grow throughout the space, including Lebanese cedars, Virginia tulip trees, and Osage orange, with some reaching ages of 200 years. These living relics often go unnoticed by casual visitors walking past.

Location: Toulouse

GPS coordinates: 43.59560,1.45028

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:41