Parc Meissonier

Parc Meissonier is a public green space in Poissy extending along the Seine River with an English garden layout, central pond, rose gardens, and established trees across the grounds. The site features distinct zones connected by pathways for visitors to explore.

The grounds functioned as a monastery garden for five centuries during the royal abbey period before being used for agriculture. The site was converted to a public park in 1952.

The park honors Ernest Meissonier, a painter who served as mayor of Poissy and is commemorated by a statue within the grounds. This connection reflects the area's link to both artistic and civic leadership.

The park is open daily from 7 AM until 10 PM and can be reached via the RER A station at Poissy or by bus lines serving the area. Paved pathways run through the grounds and are suitable for various mobility levels.

The park's central pond is fed by a network of five natural springs, an engineering feature that has sustained the space for centuries. Originally this water feature was designed as a fish reservoir to supply the nearby priory's kitchens.

Location: Poissy

GPS coordinates: 48.92700,2.03100

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:08