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A university botanical garden with thousands of plant species, glasshouses and collections for teaching and conservation. Outdoor beds and glasshouses present systematic, useful and global plants in a historic scientific setting.
A university botanical garden with thousands of plant species, glasshouses and collections for teaching and conservation.

The Botanical Garden of the University of Strasbourg serves as a vital center for plant diversity and scientific education in Strasbourg. Visitors encounter thousands of plant species cultivated within specialized outdoor beds and historic glasshouses. The site focuses on systematic, global, and useful plant collections designed to support academic research and conservation efforts. Exploring these curated spaces provides a deep understanding of botanical history integrated into a scientific landscape. This venue offers a distinct experience for those interested in the natural world, allowing guests to observe living collections in a structured, pedagogical setting. It remains a key part of the local cultural life.

The Botanical Garden of the University of Strasbourg traces its origins back to 1619, established to support early medical and botanical education. Following a move to its present site in the 1880s, the garden was rebuilt to serve the new Imperial University. This **scientific heritage** site currently houses more than 6,000 plant species across 3.5 hectares. These living collections reflect a long-standing tradition of integrating academic research, conservation, and public discovery.
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