Summer Tours Return to the Jardin des Plantes
Every year for nearly 10 years, the team at the Jardin des Plantes at the University of Montpellier has been hosting guided tours on various themes for the public. Open to everyone and free of charge, visitors are welcome from June 18 through September 5, 2024, in an intimate setting. These tours allow the general public to explore the garden and interact directly with the staff during group tours on set dates.
A cultural, educational, and fun event
Each tour takes place at one of the Jardin des Plantes’ iconic sites. These tours offer visitors the opportunity to learn more about a variety of fun, practical, or cultural topics.
A tour typically lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes. We strongly recommend that you bring a bottle of water and a hat. Although no advance registration is required, please meet 10 minutes early at the garden’s main entrance on Boulevard Henri IV. The recommended minimum age is 12, as the tour may cover fairly advanced topics related to the environment, climate, and biodiversity. These tours are conducted in French and are completely free. At the start of the tour, please let the guide know if standing for long periods is difficult for you.
The Jardin des Plantes is the oldest jewel in the Faculty of Medicine’s heritage. More than four centuries of shared history have continuously united these two institutions. Established at the behest of Henry IV in 1593, the garden covers an area of 46,460 m² and is home to more than 4,000 species of plants in the open air, including 760 trees and 1,000 species of plants in greenhouses.
Practical Information:
- Date: June 18–September 5, 2024
- Location: Jardin des Plantes, Boulevard Henri IV, 34000 Montpellier
- Duration of tours: 1 hour and 30 minutes
- More information about the Jardin des Plantes: here