A sanctuary of biodiversity tropical
Niché au cœur d’une nature luxuriante, le Jardin Botanique de Valombreuse invite à explorer l’une des plus riches collections botaniques de Guadeloupe.
Entre flore tropicale exceptionnelle, oiseaux colorés et paysages préservés, chaque pas est une immersion dans la biodiversité des Caraïbes.
Entre flore tropicale exceptionnelle, oiseaux colorés et paysages préservés, chaque pas est une immersion dans la biodiversité des Caraïbes.
1989
Creation ofgardenthroughMagguy Chaulet
In 1989, in the wake of Cyclone Hugo, Magguy Chaulet fashioned with her own hands one of the very first botanical gardens on the island: the Jardin de Valombre. Thirty-five years later, its reputation is based as much on its commitment to local species as on the beauty of its site.
The Valombre Botanical Garden is a family affair. Driven by her love of nature, Magguy imagines a sanctuary for Guadeloupe's biodiversity. Visionary, she sensed the fertility of this land where local plants would flourish. The whole family is mobilizing to gradually develop the estate and breathe new life into it.
The Valombre Botanical Garden is a family affair. Driven by her love of nature, Magguy imagines a sanctuary for Guadeloupe's biodiversity. Visionary, she sensed the fertility of this land where local plants would flourish. The whole family is mobilizing to gradually develop the estate and breathe new life into it.
2006
Obtaining the labelRemarkable garden
In 2006, the Jardin de Valombre obtained the prestigious “Remarkable Garden” label, awarded by the Ministry of Culture. This national distinction recognizes gardens that are of particular aesthetic, botanical and heritage interest.
It also rewards the quality of maintenance, the richness of plant collections and the actions of transmission to the public. For the Jardin de Valombre, this label recognizes years of work and commitment to the development of tropical biodiversity.
It also rewards the quality of maintenance, the richness of plant collections and the actions of transmission to the public. For the Jardin de Valombre, this label recognizes years of work and commitment to the development of tropical biodiversity.
2019
Resumption of gardenthroughFranck Chaulet
In 2020, after a few more difficult years, a new impetus was given with the takeover by Magguy's nephew, Franck Chaulet.
After a year of work, the garden is being reinvented: reinforced team, redesigned routes, 100% electric train to discover the site, Maison de Magguy dedicated to memory and the arts of living of yesteryear and restaurant (La Badiane) to end the visit gently.
The garden also has conservation areas for flamingos, red ibises, lorikeets and macaws.
After a year of work, the garden is being reinvented: reinforced team, redesigned routes, 100% electric train to discover the site, Maison de Magguy dedicated to memory and the arts of living of yesteryear and restaurant (La Badiane) to end the visit gently.
The garden also has conservation areas for flamingos, red ibises, lorikeets and macaws.
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“Dictated by my passion, over the years, I imagined and designed this true Garden of Eden, which was my daily companion for nearly 50 years.”
Magguy Chaulet
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A botanical sanctuaryExceptional
In the heart of the Jardin de Valombreuse, more than 350 species of birds evolve freely in a preserved environment.
Colourful parrots, delicate hummingbirds and rare tropical species accompany visitors along the way, offering a unique living and sound immersion. This exceptional wealth makes the garden a real refuge for biodiversity and an unforgettable experience for nature lovers.
Colourful parrots, delicate hummingbirds and rare tropical species accompany visitors along the way, offering a unique living and sound immersion. This exceptional wealth makes the garden a real refuge for biodiversity and an unforgettable experience for nature lovers.
A garden recognized by institutions and acclaimed By the visitors
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Foire aux questions
Retrouvez ici toutes les questions récurrentes sur le jardin de Valombreuse.
How long is the visit
The Jardin de Valombre can be visited in 1h30 + 15 minutes by electric train. It is advisable to plan 2 hours on site to take full advantage of it.
How many kilometers does the course measure?
The walking route is a 1.5km walk
What is the area of the place
The total area of the estate is 14 hectares. The garden is on a plot of 5 exploited hectares