Square Planchon

Square Planchon is a green space in central Montpellier with a triangular shape, scattered benches beneath shade trees, and a water basin at its heart. The basin has moss-covered surfaces and is surrounded by less common tree species that create a woodland feel in the middle of the city.

The square came into being in 1858 as a rail station square and took its current name in 1910 to honor botanist Jules Émile Planchon. The renaming showed how the city valued scientific and educational work.

A statue honoring botanist Jules Émile Planchon and a stone monument dedicated to writer Valery Larbaud stand in this space. These works help locals and visitors remember people whose contributions mattered to the city.

This square sits near the main train station with direct access via multiple tram lines and bus routes. A bike-sharing station on the grounds makes it easy to explore the city center by bicycle or continue your journey by foot.

The moss-covered basin known as L'îlot moussu offers a quiet spot amid the busy surroundings of the city. Uncommon tree species like ginkgo biloba and Lebanon cedar give the square a character you would not expect to find downtown.

Location: Montpellier

Inception: 1858

GPS coordinates: 43.60558,3.87991

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:46