Olbius Riquier park
This traditional 19th century landscaped garden was Olbius Hippolyte Antoine Riquier’s gift to the town in 1868. It comprises of 17 acres of lawns, large trees, winding alleys and even a lake and a greenhouse designed for tropical plants and birds. A convention linking it to Paris’ Jardin d’Acclimatation defines the garden as a place to grow, create and study the adaptation of tropical species to the climate of the region. The garden plans were drawn in 1869 by landscape architects Pierre Barillet-Deschamps and Georges Aumont who also worked on many Parisian gardens. Many exotic species of palm trees, bamboos and succulents are found there, as are a small zoo and a playground for children.
Avenue Ambroise Thomas
Centre-ville
83400 Hyères
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Olbius Riquier park
(7269 reviews)
Avenue Ambroise Thomas
Centre-ville
83400 Hyères
I'm going by train
Presentation
This magnificent garden, laid out by Olbius Hippolyte Antoine Riquier, became the property of the town of Hyères in 1868. Covering an area of 7 hectares, just a few minutes from the town center, this extraordinary garden was then an annex of the Jardin d'Acclimatation in Paris.
A shady place to stroll, you'll enjoy strolling by its pond or waterfall, crossing small bridges and enjoying its fragrant flowerbeds.
In addition to the botanical garden and its paths, its exotic greenhouse is home to numerous tropical species: palms, bamboos, banana trees, cacti, agaves, hibiscus... You'll also discover the presence of beautiful and curious birds in the aviary and even peacocks, which roam freely around the park, much to the delight of children.
On site: children's games, miniature train, pony rides, refreshment bar, riding arena, tennis court. Open daily, free admission.
A shady place to stroll, you'll enjoy strolling by its pond or waterfall, crossing small bridges and enjoying its fragrant flowerbeds.
In addition to the botanical garden and its paths, its exotic greenhouse is home to numerous tropical species: palms, bamboos, banana trees, cacti, agaves, hibiscus... You'll also discover the presence of beautiful and curious birds in the aviary and even peacocks, which roam freely around the park, much to the delight of children.
On site: children's games, miniature train, pony rides, refreshment bar, riding arena, tennis court. Open daily, free admission.
Services for children
Sustainable tourism
At the end of the 19th century, the park became an annex of the Jardin d'Acclimatation in Paris, in order to study tropical species likely to adapt to the Var climate. Today, the species planted at that time flourish here: palms, bamboos, agaves and cacti. In one corner of the generous botanical garden, a greenhouse houses exotic plants and birds. Owned by the town of Hyères, admission is free. Young and old alike enjoy strolling through the garden not only for its lush vegetation, but also for the various attractions on offer: pony rides, a merry-go-round and the famous little train.
On site
Nouveau critère de recherche (Fr)
Spoken languages
Labels, brands and classified sites
Remarkable garden
Activities
Temporary exhibition
Entertainment
Services
Pets welcome
Equipments
Public WC
Play area
Parking
Minimum aisle width of 90 cm
Reserved space 330 cm wide < 100 m from the site
Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance
Visual disability
Mental disability
Hearing disability
Openings & pricing
Horaires
From 01/01 to 31/01, daily between 7.30 am and 5.30 pm.
From 01/02 to 28/02, daily between 7.30 am and 6 pm.
From 01/03 to 31/03, daily between 7.30 am and 7 pm.
From 01/04 to 30/09, daily between 7.30 am and 8 pm.
From 01/10 to 31/10, daily between 7.30 am and 7 pm.
From 01/11 to 30/11, daily between 7.30 am and 5.30 pm.
From 01/12 to 31/12, daily between 7.30 am and 5 pm.
From 01/02 to 28/02, daily between 7.30 am and 6 pm.
From 01/03 to 31/03, daily between 7.30 am and 7 pm.
From 01/04 to 30/09, daily between 7.30 am and 8 pm.
From 01/10 to 31/10, daily between 7.30 am and 7 pm.
From 01/11 to 30/11, daily between 7.30 am and 5.30 pm.
From 01/12 to 31/12, daily between 7.30 am and 5 pm.
Tarifs
Free entry.
Mise à jour le 20/09/2024
Par Office de Tourisme Provence Méditerranée
See also
Marianne d’Or
du développement durable 2024
Lauréat de la “Meilleure identité visuelle”
aux Trophées de la Communication 2023
