Orangerie Garden

Orangerie Garden is a historic public garden in the heart of Sens, Yonne, in the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region of France, located at the foot of the city’s iconic cathedral and the archbishops’ palace. Originally created in the 1740s by Archbishop Languet de Gergy to shelter orange trees during winter, the garden was registered as a Historic Monument in 1925 and fully restored in 1997 according to plans inspired by 19th-century designs. The French-style layout blends Renaissance and 18th-century influences, with the western section featuring seasonally themed flowerbeds and the eastern section displaying ornamental orangerie plants. Open daily with free admission, the garden offers a peaceful retreat for strollers, families, and history enthusiasts alike, and guided tours for groups are available by appointment. The Orangerie is a verdant gem of horticultural and architectural heritage in central Burgundy.