The Japanese Garden of Compans-Caffarelli

At this time of year, the Japanese garden in Toulouse is in full bloom. The cherry trees are about to show off their pink petals in the city center, in the Compans-Caffarelli park, located on boulevard Lascrosse.

Every year the Cherry Blossom Festival takes place on April 2 and 3, 2022. The opportunity to explore not just a sparkling green space, but a Japanese setting where cherry blossom petals swirl over streams and bridges. A trip to the best Japan has to offer, all in Toulouse!

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Where ? Boulevard Lascroix, 31000 Toulouse

Transportation : Metro B – Compans Caffarrelli station

Hourly : Monday to Sunday: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Raymond VI Garden

This large garden of Saint-Cyprien extends from the Garonne to the Charles de Fitte alleys and is the neighbor of the Abattoirs contemporary art museum. There is a large expanse of grass for resting or picnicking, games for children and a small flower garden.

It also offers a superb view of the Garonne and the other side of Toulouse. You can also see the gigantic pink brick wall that stands on one side of the garden, one of the only 16th century ramparts still standing. This popular place, where all the inhabitants of Saint Cyprien rub shoulders, offers the possibility of admiring the flowers through its various species.

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Where ? 76 alleys Charles de Fitte, 31300 Toulouse

Transportation : Metro A – Saint Cyprien station

Hourly : Monday to Sunday: 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Garden of plants

A walk in the Jardin des Plantes in Toulouse, alone, as a couple or with the family, ensures a moment of serenity that is much appreciated when you live in the city. Along the paths, we stroll with our noses in the air, admiring in turn the statues of Roman and Greek mythology which proudly watch over the garden.

Waterfalls, fountains, a body of water, a river… it’s a real haven of peace for Toulouse residents. UN Ginkgo biloba from China, a giant sequoia from the United States… There are nearly 600 botanical species, some of which are exotic, rare or collectible. A checkerboard of flowers shows Toulouse residents the vegetation present in their city. Ideal for admirer the spring show that is looming!

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Where ? 31 All. Jules Guesde, 31400 Toulouse

Transportation : Tramway T1 – T2 – Courthouse stop

Metro B – Station Palais de Justice

Hourly : From 1^uh March to May 31, 2022, Monday to Sunday: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Royal Garden

This garden is a very calm place, embellished with particularly old exotic species, in particular a Siberian elm planted in 1756 and venerable Gingkos Biloba. This garden is connected by a footbridge giving access to the Grand Rond garden and the Jardin des Plantes, gardens equally rich in botanical species. With its area of ​​1.7 hectares, the blooms will enchant your walk.

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Where ? Corner Rue Ozenne and Allées Jules Guesde, 31000 Toulouse

Transportation : Metro B – Carmes station

Hourly : Monday to Sunday: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

La Ramée

Rather, it is a leisure base nestled between Toulouse and Tournefeuillebut which has several essences to admire flowering is nice. Particularly popular on sunny days for its water activities such as paddle or canoe-kayakthe Ramée leisure center is nevertheless a pleasant natural corner at all times of the year.

Cycle paths, games for children, sports equipment, picnic tables, lake… make this area an ideal breath of fresh air for Toulouse residents!

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Where ? 21 Chemin de Larramet, 31170 Tournefeuille

Transportation : Bus 47, 48, 57 – La Ramée stop / Bus 67 – Prat stop

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