The Jardin du Luxembourg (Luxembourg The Garden) WAS inspired by the Florentine Boboli Gardens and Was Made in 1612 in honor of Queen Maria de 'Medici. It is located on the borders of Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the Latin Quarter area HAVING the area of 25 hectares. The French and English share of the garden is divided by a geometric forest and a large pool of water. Old and forgotten varieties of apples, beekeeping and an amazing collection of orchids and rose garden can be found.
The 106 statues are scattered through out the garden. Children can get a lot of things for entertainment here like puppets, carousels, slides and more. Adults can play chess, tennis or can enjoy with a remote controlled boat. The cultural programs are Organised by Photo exhibitionists in the surroundings of the Garden.
The castle is surrounded by beautiful flower gardens, trees and terraces. Also the attention to detail was give by the architect who designed the garden in 1612 on behalf of Maria von Medici. Before the building of the Luxembourg Garden you Were Many trees, flowers and water basins on this spot. In the course of time smaller and larger exchange Were made again and again to the Castle Park, always aim for the advantage of the garden.
Today the Park is mainly used by joggers, but also students of neighbouring colleges who are looking for rest and relaxation. The options, which you in the Jardin du Luxembourg of leisure has, are immensely large. It have numerous basketball and tennis courts and other sporting rinks also. The spacious landscaped paths in the Park are also great for jogging, walking and just to take a stroll.
