Visite guidée du jardin du Lautaret

07June31August2025
Villar-d'Arêne   
At an altitude of 2100m, facing the glaciers of the Meije, more than 2000 species of flowers from the Alps and mountains of the world are gathered in one of the most beautiful gardens in Europe. Tours and activities are organized from June to August.
The Lautaret garden is one of the most beautiful in Europe!

Discover in an incredible setting, 2 species of high-altitude plants, presented by geographical origin, habitats, botanical classification and medicinal, toxic or nutritional properties. Each step takes you to a new continent, in a botanical and dreamlike world tour. Walk between waterways, pontoons, ponds, reconstructed environments, natural meadows, historic chalet, century-old trees, bird kiosk... All perched at an altitude of 000 meters facing the glaciers of the Meije...

In addition to guided tours of the garden, many activities are scheduled throughout the summer. Open-air concerts, storytelling walks, botanical watercolor courses, workshops, meetings, conferences, behind-the-scenes scientific tours, etc.

The Lautaret garden is a major place of science. Let yourself be told this story in the museum space and by following the “discovery and science” signs scattered throughout the garden.
Tips and Suggestions

– Free for children under 12 years old
– Daily guided tours from June to August: 10:30 a.m.; 14:30 p.m. and 16:00 p.m.
– Thanks to a partnership with a nurseryman, the Lautaret Alpine Garden offers perennial plants for sale every summer.
– With the entrance ticket to the Jardin Alpin du Lautaret, you benefit from a reduction at the Glaciers Cable Cars of the Meije and vice versa!

Themes:

  • Animals
  • Flowers / Plants
  • Environment / Sustainable development
  • mountain pastures
  • Geology
  • Science

Dates and times

Opening hours from June 07 to August 31, 2025
MondayOpen from 10 am to 18 pm
TuesdayOpen from 10 am to 18 pm
WednesdayOpen from 10 am to 18 pm
ThursdayOpen from 10 am to 18 pm
FridayOpen from 10 am to 18 pm
Open on SaturdayOpen from 10 am to 18 pm
SundayOpen from 10 am to 18 pm

Three guided tours per day:
- 10h30
- 14h30
- 16h00

Pricing

Further information :
Free with day admission ticket.
Numerous activities are planned throughout the summer in addition to guided tours of the botanical garden. Most are free upon presentation of an entrance ticket, and some require separate tickets. Check the calendar!
Free

Payment methods

  • Bank / credit card
  • Cheque
  • Cash

Practical information

We speak: English, French
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible with assistance, Clear circulation area, Accessible entrance, Elevator meeting standards, Furniture/reception counter suitable for wheelchair users, WC + grab bar + circulation space, Access ramp
Pets are not accepted

Location

Address

Jardin du Lautaret
Col du Lautaret
05480 Villar-d’Arêne
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