Botanical Garden St. Gallen, Botanical garden in St. Gallen, Switzerland.
Botanical Garden St. Gallen displays over 8000 plant species from different parts of the world. The grounds include tropical houses, alpine gardens, and various zones designed for different climates.
The garden was founded in 1878 as part of the city's development and was originally located in the City Park. It moved several times over the decades before reaching its current location in 1945.
Local schools bring students here to learn about plant life and environmental systems. You can see how the garden serves as an open classroom for understanding nature.
The garden is free to visit and sits near the Museum of Nature. Early mornings or late afternoons are best for visiting, when sunlight is favorable and the grounds feel less crowded.
A remarkable resident is a Chilean myrtle tree older than 150 years, thriving here since 1880. The tropical houses also employ small reptiles to keep pests under control naturally.
Location: St. Gallen
Website: http://botanischergarten.stadt.sg.ch
GPS coordinates: 47.44034,9.40727
Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:02
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