The garden of the Government Palace, a classical setting

A garden born of Stanislas's grand plan

The garden is part of the work of architect Emmanuel Héré, who oversaw the ensemble commissioned by Duke Stanislas in the 18th century. It fills the far end of the Place de la Carrière, behind the semicircular Palais du Gouvernement whose colonnade traces a majestic curve. This classical composition, all perspectives and symmetry, links the square to the neighbouring Pépinière park. Since 1983 the ensemble has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site, alongside Place Stanislas. The garden is its final green breathing space.

Trees that have stood for two and a half centuries

The garden covers about 8,800 m² and is arranged around lawns and maple plantings. Its stars are two monumental plane trees planted under Stanislas: around forty metres tall and nearly seven metres in circumference, they are now over 250 years old. Awarded the "Remarkable Trees of France" label in 2013, they watch over the garden like quiet giants. Looking up into their canopy is enough to grasp the time passed since the classical city was laid out.

A quiet stop between two visits

Long closed, the garden reopened to the public in May 2021 after restoration work. You reach it from Rue Jacquot or from the nearby Pépinière park. It is the ideal spot to catch your breath after the crowds of Place Stanislas: few visitors, some shade, a handful of benches and a hushed atmosphere far from the bustle of the centre. With family, the walk naturally continues towards the Pépinière and its small zoo. A well-kept secret of classical Nancy.

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