Near La Chaise-Dieu, this experimental arboretum, planted in the spring of 1993 on 3 ha in the middle of coniferous forests, invites you to take a stroll where young and old will discover various species of trees. Botany lovers, discover a remarkable site,
A visit to the arboretum is an opportunity to discover common, rare, even surprising species such as the mysterious despair of the monkey... In all, 96 species including 2/3 deciduous trees in plots of 25 plants were distributed over 4 different spaces … All along the route, small signs allow you to discover anecdotes but also more scientific information on these different species.
As an almost unique site in France for its space dedicated to hedges, it draws attention to the importance of preservation and environmental awareness
Free practice all year round, be well shod…
A complete and detailed visit booklet is available at the La Chaise-Dieu Tourist Information Office.
The site has a children's play area and picnic tables.
A marked hiking trail (PR103) starting from La Chaise-Dieu takes you directly there through the magnificent surrounding forests…
Tips and Suggestions

Hiking route

New 2024

Picnic tables and children's play area

We speak French

Location details

  • In the countryside
  • In forest
  • Isolated
  • Lake or body of water at -5 km
  • Village at -2 km

Opening

Opening hours from January 01 to December 31, 2024
MondayOpen
TuesdayOpen
WednesdayOpen
ThursdayOpen
FridayOpen
SaturdayOpen
SundayOpen
Free access, outdoors

Admission fees

Free

Services

Equipments

  • Orientation table
  • Parking nearby

Services

  • Pet Friendly
  • Motorhomes allowed

Activities on site

  • Pedestrian sports
  • Recreational leisure
  • Theme course / trail
  • Picnic area.
  • Playground for children

Home animals

ACCEPTED

Address

Village de Charvols
43160 Malvières
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