Parc Pheonix is a combination of landscaped gardens, tropical greenhouse and menagerie rolled into one.
The landscape garden is split into regional areas containing interesting plants and meandering paths, with a large lake and fountains taking centre stage. The main lawn is edged with seasonal flower borders which give a colourful lift. In spring, the flower beds abound with daffodils, tulips and numerous other spring flowering plants.
Spring borders Parc Pheonix
The greenhouse is divided into 7 tropical regions with some beautiful and rare plants, including a large collection of rare orchids and ferns. Turtles, alligators, fish and flamingoes also find a home here. See if you can spot the chameleons and iguanas in the reptile house. An aquarium has fish and interesting insects.
Here are some photos to give you a taste of the variety of plants on show
Tropical greenhouse beauties
Outside, the animals include various birds - cranes, parrots, owls, black swans, pelicans to name but a few. Another feature of the park is a musical fountain.
I will add another blog showing photos of the animals in the nex couple of days.
There is enough to keep both adults and children entertained for a few hours including a childrens play ground where you can rest while the kids run off some energy. We often go - I love looking at and photograhing the flowers and we often take our grand daughter as she enjoys seeing the flowers, animals and playing in the playground.
Situated at the beginning of the Promenade opposite the airport, it is easily accessable by bus (Nos. 9, 10, 2) or by using the blue bikes.
Hours are 9:30 to 19:30 April to September, 9:30 à 18:00 October to March.
Entrance fee is 2€ for adults and free for children.
