Arboretum de La Tuillière

Founded in 1990, this arboretum (8.5 ha) contains a collection of 1,600 species of trees and shrubs, each labelled with information. The park also boasts four small lakes home to ducks and geese. Objects of art and kitsch also embellish the grounds. Open 6 and 7 May, 3 and 4 June as part of the Open Gardens weekend, 8 and 9 July, 12 and 13 August, 15 and 16 September and 14 October, 11am-5pm. Unaccompanied visit. Free admission. Tree Festival 9 June from 2pm till night falls : various stands, demonstrations, cutting of trees, framework, workshops for children and guided tours in the arboretum. Free admission.