This public garden is located on the former site where the tanks were builted by Thomas Gobert, intendant of Louis XIV, in order to power the fountains of the Palace's park.
Nestled just a few steps from the Versailles-Chantiers train station, the Jardin des Étangs Gobert offers a green haven in the heart of the city. This landscaped public garden, created on the former site of the reservoirs built by Thomas Gobert — superintendent to Louis XIV — once supplied the majestic fountains in the lower section of the Palace of Versailles park.
Inaugurated in 2014 by the City of Versailles, this park is the result of an ambitious project led by internationally renowned landscape architect Michel Desvigne, in collaboration with Austrian architect Inessa Hansch. Together, they brought new life to this historic space by creating a contemporary, calming, and accessible place to stroll.
Long tree-lined paths structure the garden and invite leisurely walks, whether on foot or by bike. This new green corridor establishes a harmonious link between the city center, the station, and the surrounding districts. At the heart of the garden, a monumental bench designed by Inessa Hansch winds through the space, offering countless places to sit, rest, read, or simply contemplate the landscape.
Overlooking the garden, a pedestrian bridge allows visitors to admire the entire site from above. A belvedere also offers a spectacular view of the Palace of Versailles and the majestic Avenue de Sceaux.
A relaxing space open to all
The Jardin des Étangs Gobert is open for walks from April 1 to October 31, from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. It’s the perfect spot for a nature break, a family picnic, a reading session in the shade, or a peaceful walk to the train station.
The vast lawns welcome visitors in search of rest or conviviality. Sports enthusiasts can also enjoy gentle physical activity in this setting, ideal for relaxation and fresh air.
Come and discover a unique landscaped space where history and modernity meet, and where nature, design, and heritage come together with elegance in the heart of Versailles.
