Parc Aurélien, a green setting in the heart of Fréjus

Aurelian Park Frejus

The park of the Villa Aurélienne

On its 24 hectares, it offers a walk through history, mixing nature and heritage thanks to the remains of the Roman aqueduct that cross its paths. From the entrance, majestic umbrella pines watch over it, escorted by cedars and strawberry trees; a little further on, it is the myrtles and old rose bushes that enchant visitors. The park reveals, throughout the seasons, an exceptional botanical richness: the Peruvian Squill, the Amaryllis belladonna and the botanical irises color the paths, while the freesias and wild orchids punctuate the decor with their subtle touches.

The Bouquetier garden: meeting between nature, biodiversity and ecology

Nearby, the flower garden celebrates Mediterranean scents with its aromatic herbs and bouquets of flowers, sheltered by cypress trees. At the bend of a path, oriental-inspired factories and small ponds complete the charm of the place, testimonies of a landscaping where nature and style coexist harmoniously.

This botanical garden, unique in Provence, is a reservoir of life and precious biodiversity: it is home to 90% of Fréjus biotopes, including a protected pine forest and a lawn adorned with orchids. Here, Mediterranean plants and old varieties, such as almond trees currently being reintroduced, are preserved with ecological concerns. No fertilizers or treatments are used, and picking is prohibited, allowing each species to flourish in complete serenity, for the pleasure of visitors and respect for the surrounding nature.

A green setting in the heart of Fréjus, the Villa Aurélienne park is a true sanctuary of biodiversity.

The arches

from Aurelian Park

The Roman aqueduct of Fréjus is gradually revealed in the majestic shadow of the Villa Aurélienne park, a green setting where Mediterranean nature flourishes freely. 

The park is crossed by these remains of the aqueduct, offering a fascinating experience where the past and nature meet. 

At the entrance, umbrella pines impose their majesty, and further away, cedars, broom, cistus and myrtles add to the richness of the landscape. 

The changing seasons reveal botanical treasures, with rare species such as Peruvian Squill, Neapolitan Cyclamen and wild orchids coloring the ground.

Following the aqueduct through the park, we notice that the arches become progressively lower, until they merge into the ground. 

Around these remains, wild vegetation reasserts itself, but elements such as the vegetable garden, although sometimes neglected, recall the interaction between man and this nature which seems wild, but delicately tamed.

The contrast between the lush nature and these vestiges of Roman ingenuity transforms this place into a real journey through time, to the heart of the history of Fréjus, both wild and wonderfully preserved. 

Aurelian Park Aqueduct Frejus

The hill of Villa Aurelian  

Perched on the hill of Fréjus, the Villa Aurélienne is surrounded by a unique forest that defies the passage of time and galloping urbanization. Among the guardians of this haven of greenery, the majestic umbrella pine stands out as the undisputed king of these places. Its outstretched branches create a real natural canopy, and in certain clearings, the pines stand straight and proud, like a Roman legion on the march, protectors of this Mediterranean land.

By taking the small winding paths around the villa, visitors can admire century-old trees, witnesses to a precious and preserved biodiversity. Cork oaks and stone pines coexist in a meditative serenity, their massive and twisted trunks telling centuries of history. For nature lovers, the Villa Aurélienne offers much more than a simple architectural setting; it is a space where the raw and timeless beauty of the green giants of Fréjus reigns, hidden in the heart of this hill.

Army General Calliès Avenue
83600 Fréjus
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