The greenhouses are temperature-controlled to recreate six distinct climates, including a tropical rainforest and an arid desert environment.
The garden maintains a specialized collection of insectivorous plants, which are displayed in dedicated climate-controlled environments.
The site functions as an active research facility for the University of Lorraine, contributing to international seed exchange programs.
It hosts a 'Garden of Senses' specifically designed to be accessible and engaging for individuals with visual or mobility impairments.
The arboretum features a significant collection of trees, including rare species sourced from temperate regions across the globe.
The garden serves as a site for 'ex situ' conservation, cultivating endangered plant species to prevent their extinction in the wild.
The Jean-Marie Pelt Botanical Garden, formerly known as the Montet Botanical Garden, spans 35 hectares and serves as a major center for botanical research and public education. The site features 2,500 square meters of tropical greenhouses housing diverse ecosystems including Amazonian, desert, and aquatic plants. The outdoor grounds contain extensive thematic collections ranging from medicinal herbs and local Lorraine flora to arboretums and decorative gardens. It is operated in partnership with the University of Lorraine and the Greater Nancy metropolitan area. The garden is named after the French biologist and pharmacist Jean-Marie Pelt, who founded the site. Its mission focuses on the conservation of endangered species and the study of plant biodiversity.
The central pond area inside the tropical greenhouse provides a dramatic reflection of exotic foliage.
Wear comfortable walking shoes as the grounds are extensive and involve varied terrain.
Bring a camera with a macro lens to capture details of the rare exotic flowers inside the greenhouses.
Check the official website for current thematic exhibitions before arrival, as display focus changes seasonally.
Do not rush through the greenhouses; the temperature transitions require a moment to acclimate, and the signage provides crucial context.
Open daily except for December 25 and January 1.
Do not touch or pick plants; stay on designated paths; silence phones in research areas.
