The facility replicates tropical humidity and temperature levels to support species that are not native to the Drôme region.
The garden is integrated into the Jardin des Découvertes site, which focuses on ecological education and environmental awareness.
Many of the butterflies arrive at the site in their pupal stage from controlled butterfly farms in tropical countries.
The onsite nursery allows visitors to view live, active pupae in glass display cases before they emerge as adult butterflies.
The botanical layout is designed specifically to host nectar-producing plants that sustain the butterfly population.
It is situated in the Diois area, known for its unique microclimate that differs from the surrounding high-altitude alpine regions.
La Ferme aux Papillons is a specialized botanical garden and butterfly conservatory located in Die, France, within the Vercors Regional Natural Park. The facility features a large, climate-controlled greenhouse that houses a variety of free-flying tropical butterfly species. Visitors can observe the entire lifecycle of butterflies, from egg to caterpillar, chrysalis, and adult, within the specialized nursery zone. The surrounding outdoor grounds incorporate educational paths and a botanical garden emphasizing local biodiversity. It serves as both a conservation site and an interactive science center for visitors of all ages.
The central greenhouse area where sunlight filters through the vegetation and butterflies congregate on large tropical blooms.
Wear light-colored clothing to increase the likelihood of butterflies landing on you.
Move slowly and refrain from touching the butterflies or plants to protect the delicate ecosystem.
Bring a macro lens or a camera with close-focus capabilities, as the subjects are small and often stationary.
Attempting to handle or catch the butterflies, which can damage their wings.
Closed during the winter months; operates seasonally from spring through early autumn.
No touching the insects; walk carefully on paths to avoid stepping on resting butterflies.
