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Plessis Sasnières Garden: A Loire Valley Gem

Discover a tranquil English garden in the Loire Valley, featuring themed flowerbeds, a serene lake, and charming tea room.

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The Plessis Sasnières Garden, a designated Jardin Remarquable, is an English-style garden in the Loir Valley crafted by Rosamée Henrion. Visitors can explore themed flowerbeds, a serene lake, and enjoy homemade treats in the tea room.

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Local tips

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes to fully enjoy the garden's grassy paths and varied terrain.
  • Visit between April and October to experience the garden's full bloom.
  • Allow at least 1.5 hours for a complete visit of the garden.
  • Check the garden's website for special events, such as the plant festival.
  • Enjoy a relaxing tea break at the garden's tearoom, with homemade cakes and refreshing drinks.
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Getting There

  • Driving

    From the N10, between Vendôme and Château-Renault, take the D108 towards Montoire-sur-le-Loir at the Saint-Amand-Longpré roundabout. The garden is located 6 km away on this road. There is a free parking area available for visitors.

  • Public Transport

    While there isn't direct public transport to the garden, you can take a train to Vendôme-Villiers-sur-Loir. From there, a taxi or local bus to Sasnières is required. A taxi from the Vendôme train station to Plessis Sasnières Garden will cost approximately €20-€30 [estimation based on typical taxi fares in the area].

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Nestled in a charming valley in the Loir-et-Cher department, the Plessis Sasnières Garden offers a tranquil escape into a world of botanical beauty. This 'Remarkable Garden' , recognized by the Ministry of Culture, is the creation of Rosamée Henrion, who transformed her family's estate into an English-style garden surrounding a spring-fed lake. Since opening to the public in 1996 , the garden has expanded to feature themed flowerbeds, including a walled garden planted by color. Visitors can stroll along grassy paths, discover rare plants, and admire the views from the magnolia avenue. The garden is known for its relaxed and peaceful atmosphere, inviting guests to linger by the lake, beneath the flower garden tunnel, or in the shade of tall trees. The garden also features a tea room serving homemade cakes and refreshments, and a shop selling decorative and gardening items. The on-site restaurant, Le Plessis, offers traditional cuisine in an elegant setting. The garden hosts events throughout the year, including a plant festival.

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