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Garden · Dijon, Borgonha-Franco-Condado
Jardin de l'Arquebuse
Park with a botanical garden of about 3,500 species, an arboretum, a rose garden, a natural history museum and a planetarium, next to Dijon-Ville station. It used to be called Jardin des Sciences.
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About Jardin de l'Arquebuse
The Jardin de l'Arquebuse, formerly called Jardin des Sciences, covers more than 5 hectares behind the Dijon-Ville station. The name comes from the king's arquebusiers' company, which settled on the site in 1543. The botanical garden was established there in 1833.
It is an English-style garden, with statues, a small temple and a stream, the Raines, with swans and ducks. The botanical garden contains about 3,500 plant species from Burgundy and other parts of the world, as well as an arboretum with hundreds of trees and a rose garden.
In the old arquebusiers' building is the renovated Dijon natural history museum, which tells the story of life on Earth and biodiversity with fossils, taxidermy animals, models and multimedia exhibits. The park also has a planetarium, with shows in French.
It's a pleasant green break close to the center, especially for those traveling with children.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
One hour for the garden; two hours including the natural history museum.
Best time
From spring to autumn, April to October, when the garden is greener and in bloom. The museum is a good option on a rainy day.
How to get there
It's behind the Dijon-Ville station, about a 5-minute walk from it, and around 15 minutes from the Palais des ducs.
Tip
If you have free time before catching the train, the park is practically next to the station. Check the planetarium session times, which are in French.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Jardin de l'Arquebuse
Is the Jardin de l'Arquebuse the same as the Jardin des Sciences?
Yes. The complex of garden, natural history museum and planetarium was called Jardin des Sciences and is now known as Jardin de l'Arquebuse.
Is it good for children?
Yes. It has green areas, ducks and swans on the stream, a natural history museum and a planetarium.
Is it close to the station?
Very close: about a 5-minute walk from Dijon-Ville station.