A unique place managed and protected by an association to which we contribute 90% through entries, activities and the restaurant (organic and / or local products). A fabulous educational and cultural garden that raises awareness of the beauty of Mediterranean ecosystems, their fragilities and their importance. Four times in six years that I visit and learn each time.
Garden very pretty, well maintained and our guide was very interesting and to which we transmit his passion.
Beautiful site with varieties of plants and trees from around the world. At this time of year the garden day 'New Zealand' is definitely worth seeing. The Park lacks maintenance even though we are told that the leaves on the ground are mulch and then humus.
An absolutely breathtaking diversification of plants. Nature takes its place in each season and the views are unforgettable. It's excellent !
I go there every year for the Spring Festival and for the Autumn Festival. In the top !!! My children also love !!! I highly recommend it is superb
A magical place for all lovers of plants and open spaces, small coffee restaurant, organic products to fall .... +++ for amazing ice cream
No senior rate while for them 1/4 of the area is accessible to them.
It is always with happiness that I come back for a walk in this enchanting place ...
It's great. ..And we were lucky to have a great guide. ..
An incredible collection of plants themed in the park. So you can go for a walk around the world. Impressive view of the sea.
Magnificent botanical garden which overlooks the creeks.
Very interesting, a variety of Mediterranean plants, from several countries and continents including South Africa, Australia or the Canaries.
Very beautiful vegetable garden with varieties from several countries of the world. Very beautiful view of the sea facing the Golden Islands. Very nice day. To be done again in another season to admire the flowers.
How a resort becomes a public place.
A corner of tranquility.
Be generous, the place will be all the more beautiful.
Superb botanical garden that takes you around the world thanks to a wide variety of plants from five continents !!! Allow 1h30 to 2 hours to go around these magnificent 5 ha !!!
Very beautiful points of view and very beautiful plants even if the season was less suitable.
A beautiful place with wonderful plants, flowers, and trees. They have amazing cacti! Wish I could have spent more time there! Arrive with plenty of time to spare!
Beautiful place, relaxing and soothing. I strongly advise him
Very pretty gardens ... undoubtedly more beautiful in spring or early summer. Without distorting the objective of the garden, some explanations of the plants present would be welcome! We would like to know more
Well done for all this work!
Well maintained park with access to the sea. A paradise for connoisseurs and lovers of vegetation in different regions of the world.
Very beautiful and exotic walk and beautiful entrance but a little expensive 11 for 2h30 of visit
Beautiful estate, a lot of plant varieties of the world. The little restaurant and organic and homemade, excellent.
I have been to revisit the Rayol estate for the second time in 7 years and I was very disappointed because I have the impression that the fact that it was made known before by their quality remains on their achievements. which is very disappointing because it has drastically regressed! I will not come back because paying 12 for such a mediocre garden even on the side of the road I will find better for free. If I put a star, it is because the interview is really to be reviewed as well as the friendliness of the reception staff who for me are not competent to compare before.
A beautiful walk. A splendid garden. And a simple and delicious lunch break with a lovely staff.
We didn't come at the right time. Most of the paths were closed and quite a few unique trees in each area were almost all dead but hey I still had a great time ...
To visit absolutely, educational and instructive, the setting is idyllic and the work done to maintain and bring this area to life is exceptional!
Interesting park for the diversity of species planted. It has a magnificent panorama on this corner of the Mediterranean still preserved the builders. Bottom: its maintenance is insufficiently up to the place.
Very beautiful garden and magnificent estate. I recommend the guided tour. Nature is sumptuous and rich, but you should not expect an English or well-tended garden, it is rather a wild garden.
Given the many pictures on the net and the advertised rate, we expected the garden of wonders ...
First, as pedestrians, we found the signs to get there erratic or inconsistent: there were several families to look our way.
The staff at the reception hardly pleasant.
Under the pretext of an ecological concept, naturalist and landscape, the garden is left fallow; leaving an impression of abandoned garden. Many trees and shrubs are not cleaned of wilted leaves. No mention of planted varieties.
We saw very little flowers!
The signs in the park is zero.
We have crossed no gardener at work.
The only positive aspect is the location of the site itself; which is not subject to any work.
The photos speak for itself ... (Update 1/12/2020: photos were deleted, that's saying something ...)
Beautiful, good presentation of different Mediterranean climates. The place is very beautiful. Notice to connoisseurs
A guided tour is essential
Very informative
Very pleasant, shady place - perfect for a walk. Great trees. A ticket of 11 euros, an additional 28 euros for snorkeling with an instructor
Beautiful garden to visit absolutely
Lunch break at the top
Very disappointed with this visit, poorly maintained park, dry plants.
Friendly staff.
Beautiful garden. A very interesting visit that teaches us a lot about the history and spirit of the place.
Despite the drought due to summer (the garden is more flowery in spring), the many landscapes and the exceptional views of the Mediterranean have delighted us! The small garden restaurant is great too! to visit
Very nice walk, alternating between sunny areas and shaded areas. Beautiful views of the sea.
A notebook and a treasure hunt make the visit very fun for children.
Quiet walk but it misses the indications concerning the plants that we cross
A magnificent garden that I could not visit in detail .. I went there for a piano concert and it was just incredible, a magical moment with a view of the sea, surrounded by magnificent vegetation, the cabre was up to the performance given by Philippe Bianconi
Superb pleasant and relaxing garden in a splendid setting and with the sun! Home nothing to say. Just the price of drinks and meals on the site a little expensive but it's ok
Beautiful estate with superb views. A little disturbing because it is not a classic botanical garden. Too bad the buildings are in poor condition. Entry a little expensive at 12 .Prevoir half a day to be able to see everything.
Magnificent site, the guided tour a little too static, the catering offered on site is excellent the service the dishes and desserts of very good quality very great freshness of the products and dishes offered very pleasant staff
No identification of plants on the course for people interested but not necessarily knowledgeable.
High cost.
Lovers of plants and beautiful landscapes do not miss this pure moment of happiness. Visit made in October with the sun and few people!
Allow time to enjoy and stroll as you please.
The visit of the magnificent site restoration at the top and the visit of the seabed splendid memorable day thank you to all the teams
We were in the botanical garden in June and it was very nice. The area is quite large but river is all easily accessible, even the toddlers had a good time. There are many shady paths. There is something to discover in every corner and the view is a blast. The visit was worthwhile for us. I would do without these translators, with toddlers handling is very difficult. The garden is also very good and you get at the box office a plan on which a lot is described.
Beautiful botanical garden with plants from all over the world ...
What a beautiful quiet place by the sea! A beautiful garden, well maintained and welcoming
Magnificent, to do absolutely! Do not forget to protect yourself from mosquitoes.
A corner of paradise, excellent animation with climbing in the trees!
A little less so the view and the beautiful plants but no indications when we are in front of some unknown species damage A little difficult to park
Very nice garden ..... a moment of relaxation assured.
Exotic botany perfectly in symbiosis with our region
Very beautiful, good presentation, quite easy to do even in hot weather because very shaded
Really nice small sandy beach with rocks and wonderful water. Go early otherwise it will be full
Atypical place to escape or discover the Mediterranean flora through the various reconstructed gardens of the 5 continents.
The setting is just beautiful.
Only downsides:
Access to the garden is chargeable, the shop is not rich enough and the buildings are to be restored.
I loved it! ... it's beautiful!
Guided tour with Lenny ... It was great!
Thank you to all the very kind staff
Ideal place to spend a moment of relaxation with family. You will be able to let the children frolic and show them / make you feel beautiful plants.
Very beautiful park ... the mimosa to see!
A pleasant circuit through flowers and plants ...
A magical place, especially the private beach during the workshop feet in the water
Wonderful botanical garden with plants from Mediterranean zones of all continents. Nice cafe with delicious food. Along the paths always fantastic views of the sea. Overall, you can enjoy relaxing hours here!
A nice day, the garden restaurant is very nice, it is a visit that I recommend.
Beautiful surroundings with exceptional views of the sea and islands well worth the visit
Association Domaine du Rayol: A Natural Paradise in the Heart of Var
Welcome to Association Domaine du Rayol, a natural paradise located in the heart of Var, France. This 20-hectare garden and natural space is situated facing the beautiful islands of Hyères, between Le Lavandou and Saint-Tropez. The association was founded with a mission to preserve and promote Mediterranean biodiversity through education, research, and conservation.
The Domaine du Rayol is a unique place where visitors can discover the beauty of nature while learning about its importance for our planet's future. The garden features over 2,500 plant species from around the world that are adapted to Mediterranean climates. Visitors can explore different landscapes such as coastal areas, maquis shrublands, cork oak forests or even tropical gardens.
The association offers various activities throughout the year for all ages such as guided tours led by expert botanists who share their knowledge about plants' ecology and history. There are also workshops on gardening techniques or cooking with local products from Provence.
One of the most popular events at Domaine du Rayol is "Les Journées des Plantes," an annual plant festival that attracts thousands of visitors from all over Europe. During this event, visitors can meet with horticulturists and nursery owners who showcase their latest creations.
In addition to its educational mission, Association Domaine du Rayol also plays an essential role in preserving endangered species through research programs conducted on-site by scientists from around the world. These programs aim to better understand how plants adapt to changing environments caused by climate change or human activities.
The association's commitment to sustainability goes beyond its scientific work; it also extends into daily operations at Domaine du Rayol itself. For example, they use renewable energy sources like solar panels or wind turbines for electricity production while reducing water consumption through rainwater harvesting systems.
Association Domaine du Rayol has received numerous awards recognizing its efforts towards environmental protection and sustainable development practices such as "Green Key" certification awarded by Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE).
In conclusion, Association Domaine du Rayol is not just a beautiful garden but also an educational center dedicated to promoting biodiversity conservation worldwide while inspiring people about nature's beauty and importance for our planet's future generations. Whether you're interested in botany or simply looking for a peaceful retreat surrounded by stunning scenery - this place has something special waiting just for you!
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