Rendez-vous aux Jardins returns this weekend, from May 31 to June 2, 2024. This not-to-be-missed warm-weather event invites us to rediscover our green spaces in a new light, through a fabulous program offree events and exceptional visits. It's an opportunity for all nature lovers and the curious to take advantage of both private and public parks and gardens. Of course, Paris and the whole of the Île-de-France region are part of this event initiated by the French Ministry of Culture!
Among the most astonishing spots to be discovered this year is the Jardin-forêt at the Bibliothèque Nationale de France - François Mitterand, also known by the acronym "BNF". The concept of this unusual green setting is based on the principle of permaculture, an ecological approach that aims to recreate forest ecosystems in an urban environment. Unlike traditional gardens, where plants are arranged in an orderly, aesthetic fashion, the Jardin Forêt favors a more natural, wild approach. Plants are arranged to mimic the interactions between the different species present in a real forest.
This unusual garden also offers numerous ecological benefits. The presence of a wide variety of plants promotes biodiversity and attracts a multitude of insects and birds. What's more, permaculture reduces the need for water, fertilizers and pesticides, making it an environmentally-friendly space.
Dates and Opening Time
From June 1, 2024 to June 2, 2024
Location
BnF - Site François Mitterrand
Quai François Mauriac
75013 Paris 13
Prices
Free
Official website
www.bnf.fr
