Jardins de Salagon, Ethnobotanical garden and museum at Priory Notre-Dame, Mane, France
The gardens encompass five distinct sections surrounding a 12th-century priory, featuring medicinal plants, aromatic herbs, and agricultural specimens from different continents.
Archaeological excavations indicate continuous occupation since Gallo-Roman times, with the priory establishment dating back to the 11th century and nationalization during French Revolution.
The Medieval garden contains four hundred plant species used during Middle Ages, divided into kitchen garden, medicine garden, and secret garden with toxic specimens.
The garden operates from February through December with extended hours during summer months, welcoming over thirty thousand visitors each year.
The garden of aromas presents plants used in perfume production, organized into five sensory trails demonstrating which plant parts generate fragrances.
Location: Mane
Official opening: 1981
Opening Hours: February-April: Wednesday-Monday 10:00-18:00; May-September: Wednesday-Monday 10:00-19:00; October 01-December 15: Wednesday-Monday 10:00-18:00
Phone: +33492757050
Email: info-salagon@le04.fr
Website: http://musee-de-salagon.com
GPS coordinates: 43.93520,5.75925
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:48
These botanical gardens in France feature rare plant species, historical sites and Mediterranean landscapes. From medieval monastery gardens to Japanese garden designs, each location presents its own botanical collection.
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