Maulévrier Oriental Park: the largest Japanese garden in Europe
13 kilometers from Cholet, the Parc Oriental de Maulévrier is home to a green setting in the colors of Japan.
This is the largest Japanese garden in Europe!
The site attracts thousands of visitors each year who come to contemplate the beauty of its landscapes.
An essential stopover for a trip to the heart of the Garden of the Rising Sun.
Created at the end of the 19th century by the architect Alexandre Marcel, passionate about Japan, the Parc Oriental de Maulévrier today extends over nearly 29 hectares.
Designed according to the traditional codes of Japanese gardens, it offers a remarkable living scene where water, vegetation, semi-circular bridges and Japanese lanterns harmonize.
The park is home to nearly 400 plant species, including azaleas, camellias, roses, rhododendrons, Japanese maples, tulips, ginkgo biloba and many other species.
Colorful compositions that will take you on a journey, especially in spring, when the cherry trees and then the azaleas are in bloom.
In the greenhouse, a park gardener shares his know-how with visitors. The Parc Oriental de Maulévrier also offers permanent exhibitions of bonsai and ceramics.
Located near the greenhouse, the tea room is the ideal place to take a break, refresh yourself and discover new flavors.
As you walk, you will also find a shop that sells traditional Japanese summer kimonos as well as beautiful watercolors.
As a family, don't miss the play area in the garden as well as the games area.
The park also organizes various events inspired by Japanese culture, such as:
Night owls will also be able to wander the park's paths after dark. In a musical and poetic atmosphere, all the magic of the garden is revealed under the lights, from May to September.
📍 Address: Place de la Mairie, 49360 Maulévrier
⌚ Hours: March 12 to November 15, 2026
💶 Prices: €10.80 for adults and €9.80 for children for day visits; €10.30 for adults and €9.30 for children for night visits. Free for children under 12.
Located in the heart of Cholet, the Hotel San Benedetto is an ideal starting point for discovering the Parc Oriental de Maulévrier as well as the town center of Cholet.
Its privileged location also allows you to quickly reach the main tourist sites in the region, as well as the shops and restaurants of the city center.
After a day of visiting, return to the comfort of your air-conditioned and soundproofed room and enjoy all the services of a 3-star hotel.
The establishment provides you with:
Book your hotel in downtown Cholet now!
This is the largest Japanese garden in Europe!
The site attracts thousands of visitors each year who come to contemplate the beauty of its landscapes.
An essential stopover for a trip to the heart of the Garden of the Rising Sun.
A unique Japanese garden in Europe
Created at the end of the 19th century by the architect Alexandre Marcel, passionate about Japan, the Parc Oriental de Maulévrier today extends over nearly 29 hectares.
Designed according to the traditional codes of Japanese gardens, it offers a remarkable living scene where water, vegetation, semi-circular bridges and Japanese lanterns harmonize.
The park is home to nearly 400 plant species, including azaleas, camellias, roses, rhododendrons, Japanese maples, tulips, ginkgo biloba and many other species.
Colorful compositions that will take you on a journey, especially in spring, when the cherry trees and then the azaleas are in bloom.
An exceptional plant heritage
In the greenhouse, a park gardener shares his know-how with visitors. The Parc Oriental de Maulévrier also offers permanent exhibitions of bonsai and ceramics.
Located near the greenhouse, the tea room is the ideal place to take a break, refresh yourself and discover new flavors.
As you walk, you will also find a shop that sells traditional Japanese summer kimonos as well as beautiful watercolors.
As a family, don't miss the play area in the garden as well as the games area.
An immersive visit to the heart of Japanese culture
The park also organizes various events inspired by Japanese culture, such as:
- Hanami, a traditional custom of admiring the beauty of cherry blossoms;
- Children's Day (Kodomo no Hi), celebrated each year on May 5 in Japan;
- workshops to discover kokédama, Japanese plant art, origami creation or even the creation of miniature Japanese landscapes.
Night owls will also be able to wander the park's paths after dark. In a musical and poetic atmosphere, all the magic of the garden is revealed under the lights, from May to September.
Practical information
📍 Address: Place de la Mairie, 49360 Maulévrier
⌚ Hours: March 12 to November 15, 2026
💶 Prices: €10.80 for adults and €9.80 for children for day visits; €10.30 for adults and €9.30 for children for night visits. Free for children under 12.
Stay at the Hotel San Benedetto to visit the Parc Oriental de Maulévrier
Located in the heart of Cholet, the Hotel San Benedetto is an ideal starting point for discovering the Parc Oriental de Maulévrier as well as the town center of Cholet.
Its privileged location also allows you to quickly reach the main tourist sites in the region, as well as the shops and restaurants of the city center.
After a day of visiting, return to the comfort of your air-conditioned and soundproofed room and enjoy all the services of a 3-star hotel.
The establishment provides you with:
- secure private parking (paid);
- a reception open 24 hours a day;
- a continental breakfast;
- a patio conducive to relaxation;
- room service;
- a welcome suitable for children.
Book your hotel in downtown Cholet now!
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