Parc de la Gaudinière

Parc de la Gaudinière is a public park in north Nantes featuring landscaped grounds with diverse tree species, ornamental plants, and a small pond fed by the Patouillerie stream. The park includes children's play areas, reading spaces, and numerous paths for walking and exploring.

The park began in the 18th century as the private grounds of Gaudinière Castle and was significantly expanded by landscape architect Provost in the mid-1800s. This redesign shaped the park's layout and character that visitors see today.

The park contains one of Nantes' Wallace fountains, reflecting the city's long-standing commitment to providing free public drinking water. You can still use this fountain when you walk through, just as people have done for generations.

The park is located between Boulevard Schuman and Route de Vannes, making it easy to find and access on foot. The flat pathways and clear layout make it comfortable for visitors of all abilities.

A giant sequoia from North America planted in 1864 near the castle still stands in the park today. This towering tree is one of the oldest of its kind in the region and a remarkable piece of the park's plant history.

Location: Nantes

Location: Orvault

Operator: Ville de Nantes

Opening Hours: 08:30-20:00; October 23-November 17:00,January 15-March 19 08:30-18:30; November 18-January 14 08:30-17:30

Website: https://nature.metropole.nantes.fr/parcs-jardins/parc-de-la-gaudiniere

GPS coordinates: 47.24420,-1.57778

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:43