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Arboretum d'Ilex garden

Meung-sur-Loire

Wander canalside paths through 500 species of holly at this riverside arboretum. The shaded water gardens feel like a hidden jungle: humid, green, and impossibly peaceful.

Peaceful riverside garden
Holly specialist collection
Self-guided nature walk
Shaded water paths

Tips

🌿"true invitation to step out of time, to meditate, to relax"
🌴"looks like a small jungle. Very humid"
💵bring cash — no cards accepted

Arboretum d'Ilex garden

chemin de culand, 45130 Meung-sur-Loire, France

Upcoming at Arboretum d'Ilex garden

Thursday, Jun 11
Visite de l'arboretum

Visite de l'arboretum

June 11 at 2pm

Wander through a hidden riverside jungle where canals wind beneath dense foliage and time slows to a crawl. This pocket-sized arboretum rewards the curious with humid greenery that feels miles from the Loire.

Sunday, Sep 20
Journées Européennes du Patrimoine

Journées Européennes du Patrimoine

September 20 at 2pm

Wander through a lush riverside garden where 500 varieties of holly share space with clematis, hostas, and quiet canals. The Arboretum d'Ilex feels like a secret jungle escape, perfect for an afternoon of slow exploration.