Park and garden
in Passy

Jardin des Cimes

Live an experience between art and gardens in the Pays du Mont-Blanc: Discovery walk, panorama terrace, plant-based cuisine.
Located in the town of Passy, ​​in the village of Plateau d'Assy, near Chamonix in Haute Savoie, the Jardin des Cimes is an invitation to discover different gardens around the world, nourishing gardens, alpine atmospheres and artistic installations, during a poetic, fun and educational stroll facing an exceptional panorama of the Mont-Blanc massif.

Accessible to all, the Jardin des Cimes can be discovered alone, in a group or with the family. Allow one hour for a free visit following a route made up of around twenty spaces and gardens. An accompanying booklet with quizzes and coloring pages is offered to children. Entertainment is also offered all season in the gardens or on the large terrace. In the same spirit, the boutique and restaurant “Café du Jardin” complete the richness of this unique place in the Pays du Mont-Blanc.
Further information) :
Parking for people with reduced mobility (P2) located on Chemin des Charmette. This second entrance to the Jardin des Cimes is also accessible for people in wheelchairs.
We speak: English, French

Themes:

  • Park
  • Garden
  • Orchard
  • floral park
  • Pleasure garden
  • Botanical Garden

Location details

By car / by bike
– Follow Passy Chef-Lieu then the departmental road to Plateau d’Assy.
– The Jardin des Cimes car park is located on the side of the main road at the exit from Plateau d’Assy towards Plaine Joux.
– A PMR car park with dedicated access is accessible on Chemin des Charmettes, between the Plateau d’Assy and the visitors car park.
– Be careful with the GPS: it risks taking you into small, very narrow mountain roads… It is preferable to follow the road signs and stay on the main road.

By bus
– Regular lines to Plateau d’Assy from Fayet/Saint Gervais and Sallanches stations.
– Stop at Place Théophile Vallet, take the road for 200m towards Plaine Joux then take the path on the left towards the Jardin des Cimes (15 mins)

On foot
– A multitude of paths serve the hillside of Passy and provide access to the Jardin des Cimes. Don’t hesitate to explore them!
  • Shuttle stop within 300 m
  • Mountain view
  • In the mountains
  • In the city
  • Public transport stop within 500 m
  • Lake or body of water at -5 km
  • Village at -2 km
  • Pedestrian zone

Visit

Average duration of the group visit: 90 min.
Minimum group size: 8 person(s)

Customers

  • Singles special
  • Special lovers
  • Reception of summer camps
  • School groups welcome
  • Cycle 3: college (6th)
  • Cycle 3: elementary school (CM1, CM2)
  • Special family with children
  • Cycle 1: nursery school (PS, MS, GS)
  • Cycle 2: elementary school (CP, CE1, CE2)
  • Special rate for large families
  • Special rate for job seekers
  • Cycle 4: college (5th, 4th, 3rd)
  • Adolescent special
  • Groups welcome
  • Higher Education
  • Special rate for students

Language(s) of the visit

Français

Individual visit services

  • Unguided individual tours permanently
  • Guided individual tours on request

Group visit services

  • Unguided group tours permanently
  • Guided group tours on request

Opening

Opening hours from May 08 to May 24, 2024
WednesdayOpen
ThursdayOpen
FridayOpen
SaturdayOpen
SundayOpen
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: open

Pre-opening: Visiting the gardens is not yet possible but the terrace is open for the sale of plants and catering.
Opening hours from May 25 to July 05, 2024
WednesdayOpen
ThursdayOpen
FridayOpen
SaturdayOpen
SundayOpen
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: open
Opening hours from July 06 to September 01, 2024
MondayOpen
TuesdayOpen
WednesdayOpen
ThursdayOpen
FridayOpen
SaturdayOpen
SundayOpen
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: open
Opening hours from September 02 to September 29, 2024
WednesdayOpen
ThursdayOpen
FridayOpen
SaturdayOpen
SundayOpen
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: open

Prices

PricesMin.Max.
Full price
7.5 €-
Reduced price

6.5 €-
Kids
NC4 €
Adult group

6 €-
Children group

3 €-
Free for children under 5 years)

Payment methods

  • Bank / credit card
  • Cheque
  • Classic Holiday Vouchers
  • Cash

Services

Equipments

  • Picnic area.
  • Bar
  • Public toilets
  • Restaurant
  • Parking nearby

Services

  • Coach access
  • Shop
  • Tourist information
  • Catering
  • Guided tours

Activities on site

  • Animation
  • Children's entertainment
  • Concert
  • Product tasting
  • Temporary exhibitions
  • Botanical route
  • Evening entertainment
  • Show
  • Live Drama
  • Manual workshops

Home animals

Pets are not accepted

Adapted tourism

Adapted service: Services adapted for hearing impairment, Services adapted for mental impairment, Wheelchair accessible with assistance, Pathway on one level, Furniture/Reception counter adapted for people in wheelchairs, WC + grab bar + space traffic, access ramp
From 6 € / adult

Address

447, Route du Docteur Davy
Assy Tray
Assy Plateau
74190 Passy
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