Parc de l'Huveaune

Name: Parc de l'Huveaune
Address: Entrée du Parc située du côté du ruisseau des Lignières, Aubagne, 13400, FRANCE

Park and garden
Park

Entrée du Parc située du côté du ruisseau des Lignières, 13400 Aubagne

The new Parc de l'Huveaune: a natural setting in the city. Aubagne residents who love the river and its biodiversity can discover the revitalized banks of the Huveaune under the watchful eye of the returning heron, which has almost become an ambassador for the area!

A play area and nature observation points. 200 meters of riverbank and bed of the Huveaune redesigned and ecologically restored. More than 5,000 square meters of desilted surface area. More than 8,000 square meters of green space. 10,000 trees and shrubs planted across the entire site. 500 meters of greenway created. 3 footbridges Playful Japanese steps to cross the Huveaune. A shaded area, observation and rest pontoons, a new belvedere overlooking the Huveaune, etc. Educational panels to discover local biodiversity. A new Bassin de la Botte divided into three areas: a rest area to relax, a nature area to observe and enjoy the plants, and a meeting area to encourage exchanges with a small amphitheater. Ceramic frescoes created by local artists will adorn the low wall, adding an artistic and poetic touch to this special place. Finally, at the Mésonès end of the park, a hand-fishing platform has been laid out, along with a path accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Faced with the presence of invasive species, steep banks that prevented the development of suitable vegetation, poor river conditions and degraded ecological continuity, the aim of the new Huveaune park project was to revitalize the river and its biodiversity with the installation of 9,000 plants, reduce the risk of flooding, and enjoy new activities.
With its banks cleared and softened, and better-adapted species replanted, this new meander wraps around a magnificent ash tree, which has thus passed without moving from the left bank to the right bank of the river! Nearby, a maple transplanted during the works has adapted well. A Japanese walkway has been created, along with a platform and a superb staircase in Alpine wood. Further along, a playground and a magnificent shade area welcome strollers.