Relax at the Atlantic Botanical Garden

Relax at the Atlantic Botanical Garden

The Atlantic Botanical Garden (Jardín Botánico Atlántico) in Gijon is an open-air museum specialized in Atlantic vegetation with more than 30.000 plants in approximately 25 hectares. It is the ideal location to relax on your own or with the whole family, while enjoying the walks through signed trails, listening to the murmuring waters of river Peñafrancia, or appreciating the singing birds. The premises located at the outskirts of Gijon near La Laboral. Design expands around four themed areas: Cantabrian Environment, Plant Factory, “La Isla” Garden and Atlantic Route. Furthermore, two recently new areas are available: a maze and the American boreal forest. Besides, temporary exhibitions often display by the reception building.

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Cantabrian Environment

This section includes forests, bushes, as well as meadows and marshes. The nearby La Laboral is the biggest building in Spain! It reflects beautifully on the ponds. The typical vegetation from the coast to high mountains is very diverse. It includes different types of fern, oak, beech, alder, and birch.

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Plant Factory

The area is showing different cultivated plants for human consumption. There are many fruit trees, several orchards, as well as medicinal plants. Quintana de Rionda is a group of several buildings typical of the Asturian countryside. Different exhibitions within those constructions include several mills. The rectangular shaped building over six stone pillars is a granary or “Panera.” Such structures are instrumental in the countryside to store the harvest while protected from animals and humidity. Not less important, the cafeteria with covered terrace is around the corner. Have a break at any time during the visit and enjoy some drinks and snacks with beautiful views!

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La Isla

The beautiful garden known as La Islagoes back to the late 19th century with over 100 years of history. It revolves around the romantic idea of gardens conceived as beautiful places to relax. Vegetation includes rather large trees to provide shade, a multitude of colorful flowers and even bonsai. There is a network of different signed paths to walk around. River Peñafrancia delimits this section with its whispering waters.

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Spring Bloom at the Atlantic Botanical Garden

Facilities are open all year. Visitors have the opportunity to enjoy the seasonal change: the spring blossom, refreshing shades during summer, the changing colors during the fall, or a lethargic winter. There is always something different to discover!

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Getting to the Atlantic Botanical Garden

The address is Avenida del Jardin Botanico, 2230, 33203 Gijon and very near to La LaboralThere is public transport with a dedicated stop at Jardin Botanico using bus lines 1, 2 and 18 on a daily basis, or 26 during the weekend. Otherwise, there are parking facilities within the premises. For more information about the Atlantic Botanical Garden, please refer to their web page. Enjoy!

Saving Tip: Special combo-ticket to visit both the Atlantic Botanical Garden and the nearby La Laboral for € 5.50.

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