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The park's 4 seasons

Every season, the Champ des Bruyères urban nature park comes alive for a weekend: workshops, walks, exhibitions, meetings for young and old… The park will come alive with the colors of spring and summer on April 26 and 27, 2025.

Full program

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Storytelling walk

Let us take you to the heart of the Boucles de la Seine, where a green wolf has been prowling around Jumièges Abbey since the Middle Ages. This walk is also an opportunity to explore the history of the abbey, while being immersed in local tales and legends that enrich this fascinating adventure.

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EventViking Festival

The Abbaye de Jumièges will be the setting for the Fête Viking, an immersive event celebrating Scandinavian heritage in Normandy. Visitors can discover Viking encampments, behemoth battles, workshops, a medieval market and axe-throwing demonstrations, immersing themselves in this captivating era.

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CruiseStroll along the Seine

Discover Rouen in a new light, from the Seine… The Cathedral, the harbor and the Ile Lacroix offer a unique view from the river. Embark on a captivating escapade, enriched by the commentary of an expert guide.

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Le Parc du Champ des Bruyères

The Champ des Bruyères urban nature park, a veritable green lung for the Metropole, combines leisure activities with the preservation of biodiversity. Extending over 28 hectares, it features landscaping including 5,000 planted trees, a conservatory orchard, an edible forest, a large lawnt, a 2-hectare lawn, 3 play areas ranging from 1,000 to 8,000 m², an ecological reserve for rare species, a shared garden and an educational farm.

Discovery workshops

for young and old

Games library, Olympics and wooden games

Saturday and Sunday, 10am to 5pm Come and explore the world of wood in a fun and interactive way. Open-air games for the whole family, where everyone can discover the secrets of this natural material. Discover the secrets of gardening as a family by taking part in the games, puzzles and challenges proposed by On Va Semer. Info and booking

Ephemeral art and cereal herbarium

Saturday and Sunday, 10.30am to 12.30pm and 2pm to 5pm Immerse yourself in a fun and artistic workshop based on local cereals! Make ephemeral creations from cereal straws and discover the surprising diversity of cereal crops in Normandy. Info and booking

Disco Smoothie

Saturday April 26, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Come and have fun making smoothies, while learning tips for zero-waste cooking. A workshop with original recipes for soups, drinks and smoothies, to be prepared with the Vélo-Smoothie and pedaled to music. Info and booking

Cutting workshop

Saturday April 26, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Put on your gardening gloves and learn how to take cuttings from your houseplants and herbs. You’ll leave with a small potted plant to grow at home! Info and booking

Discovery and introduction to wild basketry

Sunday, April 27, 11am to 5pm Learn the art of wild basketry. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to use plantscommonly found in our gardens to create unique objects. A hands-on experience for handmade enthusiasts, to be enjoyed by all the family. Information and booking

Introduction to country woodworking

Sunday April 27, 11am to 5pm Come and discover traditional woodworking techniques and basic woodworking tools. A unique opportunity to learn traditional woodworking techniques and create small objects. Info and booking

Seed bomb” workshop

Saturday April 26, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Get your hands dirty and learn how to make a“seed bomb“, which you can then throw into your gardens to see pretty melliferous flowers grow! Information and booking

Établi’cyclette and stories all over my cargo ship

Saturday, April 26, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. A workshop where crafts and storytelling come together! Let your children create, craft and play interactive games that appeal to their 5 senses. A perfect activity to stimulate the imagination of young and old alike. Info and booking

Déjeuner sur l’herbe: picnic in the park

Saturday, April 26, 12 noon to 2 p.m. Come and enjoy apicnic in the heart of the park! Entertainment and tastings are on the program, so you can spend a pleasant moment with family and friends, while enjoying the surroundings. Info and booking

Fun workshops with horse and donkey

Sunday, April 27, at 11am and 1:30pm Join us for workshops where young and old alike can interact with a horse and a donkey in a fun and respectful atmosphere. Then set off with them to discover the sounds of nature and learn about the animals’ feeding habits. Info and booking

Trees and footprints” workshop

Sunday, April 27, 11am Discover the Park’s trees through a recognition game, and take part in a workshop where you’ll learn how to print the imprint of a leaf on fabric. Info and booking

Visits and discoveries

Storytelling carriage rides

Saturday, April 26, 11am to 5pm Embark on a horse-drawn carriage ride and discover the park in a whole new way. Let yourself be carried away by fantastictales for an original and magical activity to share with the whole family. Info and booking

Open house at the educational farm

Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Visit the educational farm and enjoy a day of discovery for all the family, with guided tours and workshops. A welcome refreshment bar and an ephemeral bookshop will be on hand for a convivial and enriching experience around agriculture. Info and booking

Adventure library

Sunday, April 27, 11 a.m. Let yourself be carried away by fascinating tales in the adventure library. A selection of books for young and old, to be discovered on site, ideal for those who want to spend some quiet time with the family. Information and booking

Practical information

Park opening times:

January, February: 8am – 6pm
March, April: 8am – 8pm
May: 7.30am – 10pm
June, July, August: 7:30am – 11pm
September: 7.30am – 10pm
October: 8am – 8pm
November, December: 8am – 6pm

Address :

Avenue des Canadiens (Petit-Quevilly / Grand Quevilly)
Rue du Madrillet (Sotteville-lès-Rouen / Saint-Étienne-du-Rouvray)
Allée du Champ de courses (Saint-Étienne-du-Rouvray)

Park entrances – Bike racks :

2 entrances on avenue des Canadiens, including 1 opposite the entrance to stade Robert-Diochon, with bike racks (Petit-Quevilly)
3 entrances allée du champ de courses with bike hoops (Saint-Étienne-du-Rouvray)
6 entrances rue du Madrillet (Sotteville-lès-Rouen / Saint-Étienne-du-Rouvray), including 1 with bike cages