The park's centerpiece Weeping Beech was planted in 1864 and occupies a surface area of over 1,250 square meters.
The garden was created by the Bühler brothers, who were prominent landscape designers of the Second Empire period.
It is officially classified as a 'Site Classé' due to its aesthetic and historical importance.
The collection includes exotic species such as the Ginkgo biloba and various types of cedars.
The park layout deliberately breaks away from formal French symmetry in favor of naturalistic, curvilinear paths.
It originally functioned as a teaching garden for local agricultural students before becoming a public space.
The Jardin Botanique de Bayeux is a notable 19th-century public park designed by landscape architect Eugène Bühler. The garden is centered around a massive Weeping Beech (Fagus sylvatica 'Pendula'), which is classified as a Remarkable Tree of France. Covering approximately 2.6 hectares, the grounds feature a structured English-style layout with diverse botanical collections. It serves as both a botanical garden and an ornamental park for the city. The site includes a decorative pond, a series of flowerbeds, and century-old trees sourced from various continents. It was officially opened to the public in 1864. The park serves as a green urban refuge located on the northern outskirts of the historic town center. Visitors can observe a range of horticultural displays that change according to the season.
Directly under the canopy of the massive Weeping Beech for a unique 'natural dome' perspective.
Walk the perimeter trail to view the park from slightly elevated perspectives.
Check the signage near the main entrance for details on the current seasonal blooms.
Bring a picnic as there are several designated benches tucked away in quieter sections.
Do not attempt to climb the branches of the Remarkable Weeping Beech, as it is fragile and protected.
Maintain silence near residential borders; keep to marked paths to protect sensitive plant beds.
