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Vert Paradis

Philippe  Ayrault / Stéphane Joubert / Laurent  Kruszyk / Julie  Faure

Nestled in the heart of the French Vexin park, the Villarceaux regional estate invites visitors to stroll and daydream. Listed as a historic monument, this little-known gem is home to a unique collection of buildings dating from the 14th to the 19th centuries, and seventy hectares of exceptionally rich gardens, labeled as a Remarkable Garden.

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Côté jardin

Philippe  Ayrault / Stéphane  Asseline / Sandrine Expilly / Stéphane Joubert / Jean-Pierre  Sageot / Jean-Bernard  Vialles / Julie  Faure / Pierre Thibaut

Within the long and complex history of garden design, the Île-de-France region occupies a special and privileged place. Beyond its favorable natural conditions, the “capital region,” having established itself over the centuries as the center of power, is home to a large number of remarkable historic gardens. The jewels in the crown of the region's identity, some of them have achieved iconic heritage status.

From the vegetable gardens, orchards, medicinal gardens, and pleasure parks of the Middle Ages, to the waterfalls, ponds, fountains, and water jets of the Renaissance, to the present day, where garden cities, allotments, family gardens, shared gardens, and rooftop gardens are thriving, their ramifications extend to us and are more alive than ever, reflecting a growing desire for nature.

With its exceptional heritage stretching back centuries, the Île-de-France region has established itself, from yesterday to today, as a land of gardens with a promising future.

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