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The Jardín del Parterre de Aranjuez reopens with its Baroque splendour and over a hundred new trees
The historic garden of the Palacio Real de Aranjuez reopens after a €4.5 million restoration. Its original layout has been restored and 126 trees have been added. Madrid gains a renewed green space for walks and culture.
Madrid adds a new option for those seeking fresh air and heritage: the Jardín del Parterre del Palacio Real de Aranjuez has reopened its gates after being closed for over a year. The restoration has returned the space to its original baroque layout and renewed its trees, making a noticeable difference for anyone who enjoys cultural outings or peaceful walks on the outskirts of the city.
The project, led by Patrimonio Nacional, involved an investment of 4.5 million euros. The results are clear: restored fountains, recovered pathways, and the planting of 126 new trees that reinforce the garden’s historical composition. The Parterre, designed in the XVIII century by Esteban Marchand and completed by Esteban Boutelou, thus regains the essence that made it one of the most iconic corners of the palace complex.
During the process, irrecoverable specimens were removed and those that did not fit the original layout were relocated. The work respected the historical levels of the land, based on previous archaeological and documentary studies. The aim: to ensure the future sustainability of the space and restore the character it had in its early years.
For those living in Madrid or visiting the city, the reopening of the Parterre is an opportunity to rediscover a monumental setting just minutes away by train or car. The garden, watered by the Tajo and Jarama rivers, offers more than 110 hectares of nature and art, now with a renewed atmosphere and ready to welcome new visitors.
The Palacio Real de Aranjuez and its gardens are part of the cultural and social life of the Comunidad de Madrid. Beyond its historical value, the Parterre is a space where family walks, photography, open-air concerts, and simply enjoying nature all come together. Its restoration strengthens the region’s commitment to preserving and revitalising green spaces of high heritage value. Madrid is already moving in that direction.
The Palacio Real de Aranjuez, declared Patrimonio Mundial, is much more than a monumental building. Its gardens, especially the Parterre, have witnessed centuries of history and the evolution of landscape taste in Spain. The Parterre stands out for its geometry, ornamental fountains, and the coexistence of centuries-old plant species with new plantings. Walking its paths is to travel through part of Madrid’s green memory and to understand how the city and its surroundings continue to reinvent themselves for those seeking beauty and tranquillity close to home.