(30 Km) This forest covers more than 10,000 hectares and is one of the largest national forests in France, it is known as one of the most beautiful oak groves in the world.
Aglaé Adanson created this arboretum in the 19th century ; it is the oldest botanic- and flower garden in France
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These magic gardens were realised in 1977 by Gilles de Brissac.