The John Fitzgerald Kennedy Arboretum in County Wexford was built in memory of the Irish-American president JFK. Covering an area of over 252 hectares, the park is home to rare plant species, including trees and plants from all temperate regions of the world. If you’re a nature or botany enthusiast, this is the place for an afternoon’s visit.
After paying the entrance fee (€3), you can freely visit the 252 hectares of forests, plains and lakes to discover the beauty and diversity of the plants that live there. You’ll be able to count over 4,500 different species of tree, all grouped together in forest ensembles for greater coherence in recreating the environment.
Don’t miss the ericaceous garden with over 500 species of rhododendrons: they stretch as far as the eye can see and come in all sorts of beautiful colors. (It’s also an opportunity for the amateur photographer to practice the art of floral photography!)
Wherever you go, it’s all lush nature and incredibly green vegetation. The highlight of the show is the Arboretum lake, where you can easily stop for a few moments and contemplate the silence of nature, in an incredible setting.
Finally, if you’re in the mood for a bit of walking, we recommend you take a small road that leads to a peak over 271 metres above sea level: the view is simply magical!
Envie de prolonger la visite sans courir après les kilomètres ? Voici quelques hébergements bien situés pour dormir près des sites incontournables.
Essential information to help you plan your visit, including key landmarks, access information, and booking options.
follow the R733, County Wexford (County Wexford) - Republic of Ireland
52.321021, -6.933696
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