Bayonne Botanical Garden

About

Founded in the late 1990s, the city converted their 17th century walls, designed by Vauban, into a lush paradise. With free admission, it is a popular retreat for the locals looking for some peace and quiet among the garden's remarkably rich collection of plants from around the world. The garden has a distinctive Japanese flavour, with a large collection of Japanese maples, exotic bamboos, bonsais, and traditional bridges helping engross visitors in this natural retreat.