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Avranches Histoires de Jardins
AVRANCHES – A GARDEN CITY
Avranches cultivates a unique landscape identity, blending history, nature, and community spirit. From hanging gardens to greenhouses and participatory planting, the town offers a rich tapestry of green spaces shaped by British influence and local passion. Overlooking the old ramparts, the Bergevin Garden is a cherished space for locals and visitors. Rediscovered in 2017, it now features grafted fruit trees and a moving theme: organ donation. Across town, Thomas Becket Square reveals the outlines of the long-lost Saint-André Cathedral, reimagined through symbolic markers, historic rose varieties – including the deep purple ‘Triomphe d’Avranches’ – and family-friendly landscaping. In the 19th century, a British community settled here, bringing with it a new gardening aesthetic: manicured lawns, rare trees, and open perspectives. This legacy lives on through the work of Avranches’ dedicated municipal gardeners, who care for 11 public gardens, including the famous Jardin des Plantes. “All who know the region are well aware...”
Place Littré 50300 Avranches
