The park was designed to mimic the historical landscape evolution of the Seine-Saint-Denis region.
It is one of the largest parks in the region, encompassing diverse habitats across two communes.
The park practices eco-grazing with goats to manage vegetation in hard-to-reach areas.
It features a dedicated educational farm that serves as a site for public workshops on rural crafts.
The site contains large artificial ponds that serve as major nesting grounds for waterfowl.
The park was created as part of an urban planning initiative to balance the industrialization of the Plaine de France.
Vegetation zones are organized into distinct 'landscapes' including the 'bocage' and the 'marshland'.
Parc départemental du Sausset is a 200-hectare green space situated primarily between Aulnay-sous-Bois and Villepinte in the Seine-Saint-Denis department. The park features diverse ecosystems, including ponds, wetlands, meadows, and structured wooded areas. It serves as a major wildlife corridor, supporting a significant population of birds, including herons and grebes. A working farm located on the premises houses livestock, including goats, which are used for eco-grazing across the site. The landscape is designed to represent various regional terrains, from cultivated fields to marshes. Several pedestrian and cycling trails traverse the entirety of the park. It acts as an urban escape designed to preserve natural biodiversity in the densely populated Paris suburbs. The park is managed by the departmental council to promote environmental education.
The elevated viewing points overlooking the central pond during golden hour.
Bring binoculars if you are interested in ornithology, as the ponds attract migratory birds.
Wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes, as the paths vary between paved, gravel, and dirt.
Utilize the designated picnic zones, as open fires and portable grills are strictly prohibited throughout the grounds.
Attempting to feed the farm animals or wildlife, as it disrupts their regulated diet and health.
Stay on marked trails to protect nesting habitats; keep dogs on a leash at all times.
