The garden at Habitation Clément, in Le François, is one of the most beautiful landscaped areas to explore in Martinique. Designated a ‘Remarkable Garden’ since 2015, it offers a stroll through tropical nature, heritage and contemporary art.
Spanning several hectares, the grounds invite visitors to stroll amongst lush vegetation. Royal palms, majestic trees, tropical plants, ponds, an orchard and botanical species from all over the world combine to create a vibrant and soothing setting.
The garden is also distinguished by the presence of contemporary sculptures installed in the open air. These works interact with the landscape and transform the walk into a veritable open-air gallery. Contemporary Caribbean art finds a natural home here, in harmony with the park’s layout and the estate’s history.
Several distinct areas punctuate the visit
• An avenue of majestic royal palms, inviting visitors to explore a palm grove boasting an impressive variety of these species.
• A sculpture garden that anchors contemporary Caribbean art within the landscape, presented in the space dedicated to the Clément Foundation.
• A restored old ox-driven mill, overlooking the park.
• A tropical orchard home to numerous endemic plant species.
• A main house surrounded by large trees, such as tamarind, mahogany and mombin trees, which once marked the boundaries of dwellings.
• A machinery garden, which showcases old machine tools, a steam engine, trains and wagons within a landscaped setting. An Open-Air Art Gallery: A must-see in Martinique!
The garden is an essential stop on any tour of the estate. It offers visitors the chance to discover a different, more contemplative side to Habitation Clément, combining biodiversity, artistic creation and a tribute to Martinique’s historic plantations.
Practical information
- Exhibition visits: free for all.
- Shop access: free.
- Tour of Habitation Clément and the gardens:
- Adults: €13
- Young people aged 15 to 17: €8
- Children up to 14 years old: free.
To plan your full itinerary, also check out our page dedicated to visiting Habitation Clément on the Route des Rhums. We’ve visited it for you
Tip: During your visit, don’t forget to mention that you’re visiting on the recommendation of Martinique Tour.