Parc de Rouelles, Public park in Le Havre, France.
Parc de Rouelles is a 150-hectare park in Le Havre with meadows, ponds, and woods surrounding the Bouteillerie Manor and its 17th-century dovecote built with blonde flint and slate. The site combines natural landscapes with historic structures into one cohesive setting.
The site originates from a 14th-century medieval estate in the Pays de Caux region, though portions were damaged during the 1944 Liberation of Le Havre. These wartime disruptions left lasting marks on how the park developed afterward.
The manor displays a collection of traditional Norman tools and everyday objects, along with exhibits about local wildlife and plant species.
The park remains open daily throughout the year with free admission for all visitors. Guided tours for groups can be arranged in advance by request.
A perennial garden sits in the former kitchen garden and features water elements like a stream and fountain woven among diverse plant arrangements. This quieter section reveals how the site transformed old functions into newer designs.
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