Jardin botanique de la Charme

Jardin botanique de la Charme is a botanical garden in Clermont-Ferrand featuring a large collection of plant species arranged throughout different sections. The grounds include areas dedicated to various plant families and zones where visitors can walk along maintained paths.

The garden was founded in the late 18th century and has long been a place for plant study in the region. Its current location was established in the 1970s after the garden occupied several different sites within the city.

The garden demonstrates how plants from different climates can thrive side by side, inviting visitors to discover the diversity of the plant world. You can observe how different sections are arranged to engage both specialists and casual visitors in learning about botanical life.

The garden is easily reached on foot and offers a pleasant place to walk with family or friends. The best time to visit is on days with sunny or overcast weather when the paths are dry and safe.

A section of the garden is dedicated to growing ferns, which thrive under moist conditions and create a different microclimate from other areas. This zone shows visitors how specialized environments can be designed for specific plant types.