Parc Floral de la Cour d’Aron: a unique botanical stopover close to the campsite
Not far from camping Le Port De Moricq
The enchantment of the Cour D’Aron Floral Park
Just a 15-minute drive from Le Port de Moricq campsite, the Parc Floral et Tropical de la Cour d’Aron extends over 10 hectares of lush, aquatic and exotic gardens, in an eco-responsible and poetic spirit.
Tropical greenhouse, theme gardens and seasonal blooms
A true botanical and sensory voyage
The park offers a veritable “world tour” of plants, with perennials and annuals from all five continents, a tropical greenhouse rich in orchids, begonias, tree ferns, tillandsias and other botanical curiosities. The landscaped paths are organized into thematic scenes that invite you to stroll: Asian-inspired gardens, English-style massifs, sunny rock gardens or humid undergrowth. Along the paths, educational panels help visitors to recognize species, understand their life cycles and discover their uses. Visitors will appreciate the diversity of blooms from spring to autumn, with renewed color palettes and changing fragrances according to the season.
The trail is designed for progressive discovery, alternating between shaded and open areas. Bodies of water provide freshness and encourage discreet fauna – dragonflies, amphibians, birds – which can be observed from footbridges and lookouts. Benches and clearings invite contemplative pauses sheltered from the wind. Reasoned upkeep, mulching and controlled watering testify to a resource-conscious approach. This sensory journey, accessible to all, offers a non-formal approach to botany, focusing on wonder and observation.
Discover Lotus Lake: the park’s symbol and unique landscape
Highlight: the Asian lotus lake
The major attraction is the Asian lotus lake, a spectacular bloom that illuminates the site from July to mid-September. A true signature of the park, this landscape amazes young and old alike. Around the lake, a circular walkway offers a close-up view of the large peltate leaves and delicate pastel flowers. Depending on the time of day, the opening of the corollas varies, offering different vantage points for photography and observation. Explanatory panels detail the adaptation of lotuses to aquatic environments, the function of their seeds and their cultural symbolism in Asia.
Rest areas, pontoons and walkways invite you to capture the changing reflections on the calm water. On the periphery, associated plantings – bamboo, grasses, arums, water lilies – create harmonious tableaux and prolong the exotic atmosphere. The area is laid out to encourage gentle circulation and limit trampling, guaranteeing both the protection of the banks and an immersive experience. During the high season, the park team sometimes organizes discussion sessions to answer visitors’ questions about pond maintenance, varieties and ecological management. This high point focuses the site’s landscape identity and leaves a lasting impression on visitors.
Nature trails, games and workshops for children in the park
Fun activities and family entertainment
The park also offers free mini-golf, a mini-farm, a sensory garden, a dinosaur garden and fun discovery zones. Children can take part in the Discovery Rally, the Dino Quiz or interactively explore the floral world. These activities are spread out along the pathway to punctuate the visit and keep the attention of the youngest visitors. The sensory garden appeals to the senses of touch, smell and hearing, thanks to aromatic species, varied textures and discreet installations that amplify the sounds of water and wind.
The mini-farm, with its family pets, is a popular stopover for families and teaches respect for living things. The mini-golf course, set against a backdrop of greenery, offers a convivial moment at no extra charge. Booklets, games and teaching aids are often available at reception to help you discover the park at your own pace. During the vacation season, special workshops on sowing seeds, plant recognition or observing pollinating insects can be scheduled. All of these activities transform the walk into an active, accessible and intergenerational experience, where fun serves as a bridge to an understanding of nature.
Year-round events for all ages
Seasonal events not to be missed
The park offers a variety of original events throughout the year: Easter egg hunts, shows around the world, the Lotus Festival, Pathways of Anguish in October, Halloween evenings and the Fête de la Musique. Each event builds on the highlights of the plant and cultural calendar, offering a renewed experience for loyal visitors. In spring, flowering bulbs and deciduous shrubs provide the backdrop for family events; in summer, the lighting of the ponds and the peak blooming of the lotus give the park a particularly photogenic atmosphere.
In autumn, the foliage takes on warm hues and themed events play on the end-of-season ambience, without altering the tranquility of the site. The formats are designed to fit in with the site: musical sketches, walks, nature quizzes, small temporary exhibitions. The program remains family-friendly, with adapted opening times and signposted routes to ensure safety and comfort. These highlights complete the botanical discovery and give good reasons to come back at different times of the year.