LES JARDINS DE VALOMBREUSE

Well integrated in the hollow of the shaded valleys, this large floral park was created in 1990 by a passionate person, Mrs. Magguy Chaulet. After the destruction of her plantation by hurricane Hugo in 1989, she decided to create the first floral park on the island and to present the most beautiful plants. This extraordinary garden is home to a profusion of plants that will delight nature lovers with more than 1,000 species of flowers and tropical plants from all over the world. A map is given to you at the reception desk to guide you on your way. The visit can also be made with the little 100% electric train, the Valombreuse Express (free), which leaves from the garden entrance. Count on at least 1h30 of visit, under high trees from which spring tropical plants with bright colors between the balisiers, the pink, red and white alpinias, the heliconias, the anthuriums, the white porcelain roses... You will discover plants with astonishing names ("character of the men"... and of the women whose color of the flower changes during the day, Chinese hats...). You will observe the hummingbirds that come to drink the nectar of the flowers. The garden of Valombreuse, it is also an extraordinary fauna and in particular of the species of birds, such as the flamingos of the Caribbean and the red Ibis! A play area is dedicated to children in the heart of the garden. The store is located at the end of the visit. The restaurant located on the site is accessible without entering the garden.