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The Roseraie du Val-de-Marne in l'Ha˙-les-Roses (also known as the Roseraie de l'Ha˙) is surely one of the great rose gardens of the world, yet it is not mentioned in most guidebooks. Jules Gravereaux started the garden in 1894. It now contains some 15,000 bushes representing 3,500 varieties, many trained on pillars, arbors, and garlands. Although there is something blooming all season, the best time to visit is in early June when mighty once-blooming ramblers cover the sky in shades of rose. |
| To get to the garden from Paris, take the RER B line to Bourg-la-Reine and bus 192, or take the Métro to Porte d'Italie and bus 186 (286 on holidays). |
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The Roseraie is open from mid-May to mid-September, 10 am to 8:30 pm. Admission is 10F. There is a cafe on the grounds. For the seatless toilet, bring a flashlight. |
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While in Paris, take another detour to
heaven:
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