Opening and guided tour of the medieval garden

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Discover the hidden garden of the Basilica Cathedral of Saint-Denis!

    • Garden opening times

    Every Sunday from 17 May to 13 September inclusive, from 1.30 pm to 6 pm (except 21 June).

    Public holidays: Monday 25 May, Tuesday 14 July and Saturday 15 August from 1.30 pm to 6 pm.

    • Guided tour in French

    Every day the garden is open at 4.00 pm.

  • Free access to the garden and the guided tour once the admission fee has been paid (on site or online)

  • All ages

  • The event may be cancelled depending on weather conditions. Please call 01 48 09 83 54 for further information.

  • Approx. 1 hour

  • Buy your ticket

Overview

Usually only visible from the surrounding area, the medieval garden of the Cathedral Basilica of Saint-Denis opens its gates exceptionally during the summer months, on Sundays and public holidays.

On these occasions, guided tours in French will also be available: accompanied by your guide, you’ll stroll through this intimate setting, situated below the monument, offering an exceptional view of the exterior of the Gothic apse.

During this unique experience, let yourself be guided through this hidden green haven, designed according to the principles of medieval gardens. You’ll wander amongst medicinal plants, symbolic flowers and rare species, accompanied by your guide, who will reveal the uses, symbols and secrets of this exceptional garden.

In pictures

Vue depuis le jardin médiéval de la basilique cathédrale Saint-Denis

© Centre des monuments nationaux

Le jardin d’inspiration médiévale de la basilique cathédrale Saint-Denis

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Vue depuis le jardin médiéval de la basilique cathédrale Saint-Denis

© Centre des monuments nationaux

Statue de Pierre de Montreuil dans le jardin médiéval de la basilique cathédrale Saint-Denis

© Centre des monuments nationaux