Jardins de la Baie de Somme : Herbarium, Fruticetum, Rues Fleuries
why should you come?
The Herbarium, an enclosure surrounded by flint and pebble walls, dominates the medieval city walls. On entering it, one discovers a formidable "orderly" jumble of ancient medieval plants. A garden more botanical than ornamental, which will please the novice as well as the connoisseur!
The Fruticetum offers a contemporary reading of medieval gardens. The colour echoes the "Waide": a precious dyeing plant in the Middle Ages.
The flowery streets of the village form, with the Herbarium and the Fruticetum, "the gardens of the Bay", and make Saint-Valery-sur-Somme a peaceful invitation to stroll.
Tucked away in the old town, this garden will delight the whole family. It's already an adventure, just finding the place: follow arrows through the maze of streets in the medieval town. Once inside, everyone can run/walk around as they please, playing hide-and-seek along the colourful flower-filled paths. Leave the pushchair at the entrance, help toddlers take their first steps and older children recognise different scents! It takes about an hour to go round.
Languages
Sites and environments :
- Park and garden
PNA category :
- Protected site or on regional cultural affairs register
Visits
- Individual self-guided tours
- Individual guided tour
- Average visit duration : 60 min
- Visit language : English French
Prices
| Label | Price (min - max) | Additional information |
|---|---|---|
| Adult price | 10€ | |
| Group price (per person) | 8€ | |
| Child rate |
Main facilities
Equipment & Services
- Pic-nic area
