The Water Gardens of Carsac, Botanical garden in Carsac-Aillac, France
The Water Gardens of Carsac is a botanical garden spread across about 4.5 hectares overlooking the Dordogne River and containing numerous ponds planted with aquatic species. The site is crisscrossed with walking paths that allow you to explore its different areas at your own pace.
The garden was founded in the late 1900s as part of a movement creating botanical spaces focused on water plants. This development made it an example of specialized plant appreciation that gained importance during that period.
The garden displays different varieties of water lilies and lotus flowers floating on its ponds, reflecting how people have long been drawn to rare aquatic plants. Walking through, you notice how these plants become the focus of the space rather than the surrounding landscape.
The garden is accessible on marked paths that wind through its various ponds and planting areas. Parking is available on-site, and the best time to visit is between May and September when the plants are in bloom.
The elevated location above the Dordogne River creates special conditions that allow both Mediterranean and temperate water plants to grow side by side. This mix of different climate zones is unusual for such a small specialized collection.
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