Tropicarium Bonsai

A veritable plant oasis, the Tropicarium boasts exceptional floral diversity. Thousands of trees and shrubs from the four corners of the globe create a dense, exotic landscape, combining exotic foliage, sculptural forms and tropical ambience.

The garden is particularly renowned for its remarkable bonsai collection. Created and cared for on site, these miniature trees bear witness to patient, precise craftsmanship, where each pruning and curve tells a story of long time and balance. Take a stroll and observe these works of plant art from different angles, taking the time to understand their aesthetics and fragility.

The tour continues through an impressive collection of succulents and rare plants. The contrasting shapes, textures and colors invite curiosity and contemplation. The visit is like a free wander through luxuriant vegetation, conducive to escape and relaxation.

Guided tours are available all year round, on reservation. They enable you to explore the collections in greater depth, and gain a better understanding of the origins of the plants, their cultivation conditions and the techniques used to care for them. These exchanges are adapted to the seasons and the public, offering an enriched interpretation of the garden.

On-site sales of succulents extend the experience, and visitors leave with a living souvenir of their visit. The Tropicarium is an ideal plant interlude, just a few kilometers from Pornichet, for those who wish to slow down, observe and be surprised by the richness of the plant world.

Le Parc Nicol
Route de Brédérac
44500 La Baule-Escoublac
France

  • From 01/09 to 31/10/2026 on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 9 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm.
  • From 01/11 to 31/12/2026 on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 9 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 5.30 pm. Closed exceptionally on December 25th.
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Practical information

Rate

Adult: 6 €
Child (3-12 years): 4 €.

Free entry for children under 3.

Environment
Cycle track/route within 500 m
20 - 30 min walk from train station
Less than 10 minutes from a train station by bike
Less than 10 minutes from an SNCF train station by electric bike
Duration
1 hour and 30 minutes
Services & facilities
Stroller-accessible
Outhouse
Shop
Free car park
Guided tours
Accepted payment methods
Bank/credit card
Check
Cash
Accessibility
Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance
Reserved space 330 cm wide < 100 m from the site
Accueil des animaux
Pets not allowed

How to get there

Le Parc Nicol
Route de Brédérac
44500 La Baule-Escoublac
France