Relais Nature de Jouy-Vélizy, Petting zoo and wildlife education center in Jouy-en-Josas, France
The Relais Nature de Jouy-Vélizy spans across meadows, lawns, woods, and small ponds within the grounds of a former castle estate.
Founded in 1978, this environmental education facility has evolved into a center that welcomes thousands of visitors annually for nature discovery programs.
The garden received the 2016 Grand Prize in the Educational Gardens category from the National Society of Horticulture of France.
The center operates Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, offering structured programs for children aged 3 to 16 and special sessions for adults.
The facility provides more than 30 educational themes through 250 activity days each year, reaching approximately 10,000 participants annually.
Location: Jouy-en-Josas
Operator: Association Relais Nature Jouy-Vélizy
Address: Chemin de la Cour Rolland 78350 Jouy-en-Josas
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 09:00-17:00
Phone: +33139466998
Email: contact@relaisnature.asso.fr
Website: http://relaisnature.asso.fr
GPS coordinates: 48.77497,2.17655
Latest update: March 12, 2025 20:38
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