Did you know? In Japan, Hanami is an art form. It’s about appreciating the beauty of the blossoms and their powerful symbolism. An ancestral custom, it generally takes place between the end of March and the beginning of April. Among all the flowers whose beauty can be appreciated, some are particularly revered: cherry blossoms. As spring (and sunny days?) approaches, find out where to see cherry blossoms in Toulouse. Allergy sufferers please!
Where can you see cherry blossom in Toulouse to welcome spring in style?
In Japanese culture, floral beauty is highly respected and an integral part of daily life. To celebrate hanami (almost) as in Japan, take refuge under one of the cherry trees for a picnic with friends or family. While admiring the sublime pale pink buds of the cherry blossom trees, you can chat and gently reflect on the passing of time!
In the heart of Toulouse, you too can treat yourself to a spring interlude worthy of a Japanese Hanami. Nestled in the heart of another garden is Toulouse’s Japanese Garden. Located in the Compans-Caffarelli gardens, north of the city center, this little nugget offers you a moment of relaxation in the midst of nature. Its magnificent lake and sublime tea pavilion are awe-inspiring, and have earned the garden its place among France’s remarkable gardens. Designed to provide a change of scenery, this Japanese garden is the ideal place to admire the cherry blossoms in Toulouse.
📍Jardin japonais Pierre-Baudis, inside the Jardin Compans-Caffarelli. Boulevard Lascrosses, 31000 Toulouse.
📅Open daily from 8am to 8pm.
🚇Compans-Caffarelli (métro B).