Arboretum de Cazebonne

Arboretum de Cazebonne is a botanical garden within Cevennes National Park featuring marked tree species and maintained walking routes throughout the grounds. The site spans multiple hectares and displays a collection of trees from various origins.

Two naturalists founded the site in 1903 to investigate how exotic tree species adapt to the local environment. The project emerged from scientific interest in successfully establishing foreign trees in the French landscape.

The name comes from a nearby dwelling, and the site now serves as a learning space for forestry practices and plant diversity. Visitors can observe how different tree species coexist in the local landscape.

The site lies near Alzon and is accessible during daytime hours without admission fees. Visitors can choose to take guided tours or explore independently based on their interests.

Among the tree collections are species like Araucaria and giant sequoias, demonstrating how foreign trees can thrive in this climate. These remarkable trees owe their presence here to decades of scientific effort.

Location: Alzon

GPS coordinates: 43.97000,3.44000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:15