Parc du Château de Vizille

Parc du Château de Vizille is a French-style park in Vizille with extensive gardens, walking paths, fountains, and landscaped areas surrounding a grand castle complex from the 17th century. The grounds offer different zones for strolling and lingering with historical water features and carefully arranged green spaces.

The park developed around a castle complex that has formed the center of this site since the 17th century. In 1788, local nobles gathered here and set in motion events that led to the French Revolution.

The gardens follow classical French landscape design with geometric patterns and symmetrical arrangements that reflect formal garden traditions. The carefully planned planting areas show how this style of gardening has been maintained over generations.

The park is open year-round, with visiting hours that change depending on the season. Visitors should note that the grounds cover a large area to explore, and wearing comfortable walking shoes is recommended.

The grounds contain centuries-old trees that document the history of the park. Deer roam freely across the meadows, giving visitors a sense of wildlife within the formal gardens.

Location: Vizille

Address: 38220 Vizille, France

Opening Hours: November-February Monday-Sunday 10:00-17:00, Tuesday off; March-May,September-October Monday-Sunday 09:00-19:00, Tuesday off; June-August Monday-Sunday 09:00-20:00

Website: https://musees.isere.fr/page/parc-du-domaine-de-vizille-informations-pratiques

GPS coordinates: 45.06877,5.77475

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:25