The Marquessac Gardens have been described as “a charming whirlpool of hedges high above the Dordogne River.” This is one of the most famous gardens in France, and for good reason. More than 150,000 trees grow in this area, and each of them is regularly cut in incredible geometric shapes..
Although the castle was built in the 17th century, the garden near it acquired its present appearance only after the 1860s. At this time, he was finally planted with thousands of box trees of various breeds. Since that time, they have been constantly being cut and given the most amazing shapes..
The garden is open to tourists, and you can walk through it, with a sinking heart, watching what incredible shapes you can give a hedge if you want. The optimal route through the garden, so as to see all the main compositions, has a length of up to 5 km.
This is a truly amazing sight that is worth seeing with your own eyes, so if you are visiting France, be sure to visit the garden above the Dordogne.
This Chateau de Marqueyssac looks absolutely stunning! I’m curious to know more about the landscaping surrounding the chateau. How would you describe the overall design and style of the gardens? Are there any unique features or elements that make it stand out?