Looking to pause the Parisian tumult for a moment outside of time? Just a few stations away from the city center, an unsuspected rose garden on the island of Puteaux (92) stands out as a haven of nature and fragrances. Discreet and preserved, it evokes the most beautiful English-style settings, worthy of the world of “Bridgerton.” Here, green space enthusiasts and families seeking escape discover a thousand shades of roses, an unexpected horticultural heritage, and activities in harmony with nature. A well-kept secret that deserves to be explored, to rediscover the magic of great floral destinations without leaving the Paris suburbs.
A secret garden fifteen minutes from Paris: dare to visit the rose garden of Puteaux
It’s impossible to guess, when observing the modern silhouette of Hauts-de-Seine, that a bucolic park of 33,200 m² welcomes dreamers and nature enthusiasts each year. The Lebaudy Park, classified as a picturesque site since 1937, embodies the legacy of a prosperous era of the Rosa Gallica. It is named after the widow Lebaudy, heir to a sugar empire, who donated this precious garden to the city of Puteaux in 1942. This park, today little known to the general public, clarifies the horticultural tradition of western Paris, rivaling the finesse of international botanical gardens.
How to access this plant paradise?
- By metro: Line 1, stop Esplanade de La Défense
- By tram T2 or bus (175, 541, 93, 43)
- Walking access from the banks of the Seine or from the city center of Puteaux
The park is accessible year-round, from 9 AM to 8 PM depending on the season, with free entry. A secret almost too well-kept for Parisians seeking new walking ideas!
| Type of transport | Line/Stop | Travel time from Paris |
|---|---|---|
| Metro | Line 1 – Esplanade de La Défense | 15 min |
| Tram | T2 | 20 min |
| Bus | 175, 541, 93, 43 | 20-30 min |
Floral immersion: secrets and treasures of the Lebaudy rose garden
At dawn, the scent of more than 1,200 roses fills the pathways of the park. Nearly 200 different varieties, including the famous Rose of Puteaux so prized by renowned perfumers, create a changing spectacle through the seasons. A great opportunity to approach the art of the rose, once cultivated here on par with wine grapes, as in the hearts of the most beautiful flowering hamlets of Île-de-France.
Not to be missed during the visit
- French-style gardens punctuated with fountains and modern sculptures
- Flowering arches evoking British style
- Butterfly meadow, birdhouses, urban beehives
- A playground for children and shaded picnic areas
- The Rose of Puteaux and its scented anecdotes
At every turn, you’ll encounter amazed families, solitary walkers absorbed by the beauty of the flowerbeds, and occasionally, fragrance professionals coming to rediscover a unique scent.
| Attraction | Interest | Recommended season |
|---|---|---|
| Blue fountains | Poetic reflections, freshness | Spring – Summer |
| Butterfly meadow | Biodiversity observation | May to September |
| Beehives and hedgehog shelters | Introduction to ecology | Year-round |
| Rose garden | Discovery of old varieties | June |
| Playground | Fun outing for families | Year-round |
For those who love to vary experiences, it is also possible to extend the getaway by exploring other botanical sites in the capital, from the Jardin des Plantes to the Auteuil greenhouses, passing through the Botanical Garden of Paris or the refinement of the Rose Garden of L’Haÿ.
The other exceptional gardens around Paris to discover in 2025
If the Lebaudy rose garden unfolds its charms, other havens of peace await flower enthusiasts nearby. Whether it’s the Jardin des Rosiers in the Marais, the spectacular Domaine de Saint-Cloud, the legendary Roserie de Bagatelle, the botanical richness of the Jardin des Plantes or the creations of the Parc de la Villette, each site has its identity. There are regularly updated events, guided tours, and themed exhibitions for 2025, in line with the spirit of enhancing green spaces in Île-de-France.
Places to explore to enrich your floral getaway
- The Rose Garden of L’Haÿ: first modern rose garden in the world, over 3,000 varieties of roses
- The Gardens of Versailles: grand classical art, gardens and secret groves
- The Auteuil Greenhouses: exotic plants, 19th-century architecture
- Parc de la Villette: contemporary thematic gardens
- Domaine de Saint-Cloud: landscaped park, spectacular views of Paris
- Millennial castle in Occitanie for a historical detour outside Île-de-France
To go further, many travelers do not hesitate to venture across France or beyond, in search of hidden treasures in Norway, or secret lakes in Germany, drawing inspiration from the most beautiful botanical addresses around the world.
| Garden or Rose Garden | Particularity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| The Rose Garden of L’Haÿ | 3,000+ varieties, pioneer of modern rose gardens | L’Haÿ-les-Roses |
| The Auteuil Greenhouses | Vast botanical collection, monumental greenhouses | 16th arrondissement Paris |
| Roserie de Bagatelle | International rose competition | Bois de Boulogne |
| Jardin des Plantes | Central botanical garden of Paris | 5th arrondissement Paris |
| Domaine de Saint-Cloud | Panoramic view, historical walks | Saint-Cloud |
More than just a place, each garden offers an immersion into the floral history of the Parisian region and becomes, for the duration of a visit, a soothing ritual — like a journey to a hidden gem in Occitanie or an Irish getaway.
