Discover the medieval epic: a captivating guided tour in the heart of an enchanting garden and its historical treasures!

Name: Discover the medieval epic: a captivating guided tour in the heart of an enchanting garden and its historical treasures!
Start: 2023-09-16T11:00:00+02:00
End: 2023-09-17T12:30:00+02:00
Location: Jardin médiéval d'Uzès

The guided tour of the historic buildings located in this garden, immerses you in the fascinating history of this place that has long served as courts and prison....

16 and 17 September 2023Passed

Conditions

Free of charge. Free admission. Limited number of places for security conditions (especially in the staircase of the tower): we reserve the right to refuse people. Access panorama tour of the king 2€

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The guided tour of the historic buildings located in this garden, immerses you in the fascinating history of this place that has long served as a court and prisons.
You will have the opportunity to explore the Rainon Tower, also known as the King’s Tower, where you can enjoy a panoramic view from the top of its hundred steps.(participation of 2€)
The Bishop’s tower, its chapel and the graffiti left by the prisoners are also remarkable elements to discover during this visit. (free guided tour from 11am to 12.30pm, every 15 minutes))
You will also have the chance to explore the old cells, silent witnesses of the stories that took place there. Another poignant aspect of this place is the Retirada, which evokes the refugees welcomed here during the Spanish War.
This tour will allow you to understand and appreciate the historical importance of these buildings and the events that took place there.

About the location

Jardin médiéval d'Uzès

Impasse Port Royal, 30700 Uzès

Gard
Occitanie

Located in the heart of the protected area of Uzès, the botanical, historical and artistic site is a real treasure. It has two medieval towers, ancient cells and a chapel decorated with graffiti of prisoners, as well as fascinating paintings. This garden, created in 1995, is inspired by medieval times and presents itself as a living herbarium. Within it, no less than 450 varieties of plants coexist, offering an illustration of the multiple uses that were made of plants in the Middle Ages. Plants have ambivalent virtues, but thanks to informative labels, it is possible to discover and differentiate them. In this garden, nature does not always care about the established order; thus, some «weeds» mingle with the carefully maintained plants. In addition, it hosts many insects, creating a dynamic and living ecosystem.