Sarlat-la-Canéda arrondissement

Parks and gardens in Sarlat-la-Canéda arrondissement

This collection highlights the diverse horticultural heritage of the Dordogne region. It features the world-renowned topiary of Marqueyssac and Eyrignac, the specialized bamboo collections at Planbuisson, and the contemporary water gardens of Les Jardins de l'Imaginaire. From the panoramic heights of Limeuil to the medieval-inspired herb gardens of Plazac and the historic grounds of Château des Milandes, these sites offer specific insights into French landscape design, botanical conservation, and regional history.

Parks and Gardens — Map

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Jardins de Marqueyssac

Hanging gardens featuring 150,000 hand-pruned, centuries-old boxwood trees spread across 22 hectares of paths and stone huts. A belvedere provides panoramic views of the Dordogne valley and its castles.

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Les Jardins du Manoir d'Eyrignac

Formal 17th and 18th-century French gardens featuring over 300 topiary sculptures, a white garden, and a kitchen garden.

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Jardin de Planbuisson

The Jardin de Planbuisson, also known as Bambous de Planbuisson, is a private botanical garden specializing in grasses and bamboo, located…

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Place du Belvédère

Public viewpoint in Domme offering panoramic views of the Dordogne River valley.

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Parc De La Mairie

Public park in Limeuil located near the town hall.

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Les Jardins de Cadiot

Ten themed gardens across two hectares, including an Italian garden, an English garden, and a collection of old roses.

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Les Jardins de Cadiot

Ten themed gardens across two hectares, including an Italian garden, an English garden, and a collection of old roses.

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Parc de la Falquette

Public park in Rouffignac-Saint-Cernin-de-Reilhac with walking paths.

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Place du Gouverneur Général Cournarie

Public square and green space in Terrasson-Lavilledieu.

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Square Eugène Raymond

Small public square in the center of Terrasson-Lavilledieu.

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Place Moïse Laroche

Urban garden and public square in Terrasson-Lavilledieu.

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Place du 08 Mai 1945

Public garden and square located in Terrasson-Lavilledieu.

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Parc de Jeux

Public park and playground area.

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Place du 30 Mars 1944

Public square and urban garden in Terrasson-Lavilledieu.

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Île de la Vergne

Riverside park on an island in the Vézère river, featuring walking trails.

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Jardins de l'Imaginaire

A 13-hectare contemporary garden featuring 13 themed areas, water architecture, and views of the old town of Terrasson.

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Jardin Philippe Ranoux

Public garden and green space in Hautefort.

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Parc Du Château de Limeuil

Botanical gardens on the site of a former castle, overlooking the confluence of the Dordogne and Vézère rivers.

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Les Milandes

Formal gardens and parkland surrounding the 15th-century château, featuring bird of prey demonstrations and heritage landscapes.

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Jardin Médiéval

Medieval-style garden in Plazac featuring traditional medicinal plants, herbs, and vegetables.

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Les Jardins de la Chartreuse du Colombier

17th-century estate gardens featuring a boxwood labyrinth, rose garden, and traditional vegetable plot.

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