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Jardin Vauban: A Green Escape in Lille

Escape to Lille's Jardin Vauban: A historic English garden with winding paths, serene ponds, and cultural charm.

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Jardin Vauban, created in 1863, is a romantic Second Empire garden offering a serene escape in the heart of Lille. With winding paths, flower beds, an artificial cave, and a puppet theater, it's a beloved spot for locals and tourists alike.

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Local tips

  • Visit the puppet theater in the Chalet aux Chèvres for a delightful show, especially enjoyable for families.
  • Explore the fruit tree cultivation garden to see traditional pruning styles and learn about regional fruit varieties.
  • Take a relaxing walk along the winding paths and enjoy the serene atmosphere of this historic garden.
  • Pack a picnic and enjoy a meal by the ponds, watching the ducks and moorhens.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    Jardin Vauban is located near the city center and is easily accessible by foot. From the Place Charles de Gaulle (Grand Place), walk west along Rue Nationale, then turn left onto Boulevard Vauban. The garden will be on your right. The walk is approximately 20 minutes. No costs are associated with walking.

  • Public Transport

    The liane 5 bus has a stop at Champ de Mars, which is right by Jardin Vauban. Alternatively, take Metro lines M1 or M2 to the Gare Lille Flandres. From there, it is about a 9-minute walk to the garden. A single ticket costs €1.80 and is valid for 1 hour on the whole network.

  • Taxi/Ride-share

    Taxis and ride-sharing services are readily available in Lille. A short trip from the city center to Jardin Vauban will typically cost between €8 and €12, depending on traffic and demand.

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Discover more about Jardin Vauban

Jardin Vauban, a historic public garden in Lille, was designed in 1863 by Jean-Pierre Barillet-Deschamps, the chief gardener of Paris. This English-style garden spans 3.5 hectares and provides a charming and relaxing retreat from the city. The garden features winding paths and meticulously maintained flower beds. An artificial cave feeds water to the ponds, which are home to ducks and moorhens. The "Chalet aux Chèvres" (goats' shelter) has hosted a puppet theater since 1989, adding a cultural element to the park. In the western part of the park, there is an extension with a fruit tree cultivation garden where old regional varieties of pear and apple trees grow. These trees are pruned in traditional styles, and workshops, created in 1868, continue to teach fruit tree growing. Jardin Vauban also features several historical monuments, including one dedicated to homing pigeons. Today, Jardin Vauban remains a popular spot for locals and tourists seeking a peaceful escape. Whether you're looking to take a leisurely stroll, enjoy a picnic, or simply relax by the water, Jardin Vauban offers something for everyone.

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