Eyrignac et ses Jardins

What Eyrignac et ses Jardins does

Eyrignac et ses Jardins operates a historic French garden attraction and tourism destination on a 200-hectare estate in Salignac-Eyvigues, Périgord Noir (Nouvelle-Aquitaine), near Sarlat. The core asset is 10 hectares of sculpted topiary gardens organized into seven themed spaces — French parterre, Chinese Pagoda, Manoir d'Artaban, Sources Garden, White Garden, Flower/Kitchen Garden, and the Basse-cour of animal topiaries — supported by 2.5km and 4.5km botanical trails through the surrounding forest. The property has been continuously held by the same family for over 500 years across 22 generations, with current owner Patrick Sermadiras de Pouzols de Lile and head gardener Mathieu Gaudillière maintaining the gardens as an official 'Jardin Remarquable' and member of 'Les Plus Beaux Jardins de France'.

The commercial offering spans self-guided garden admission (sold online and on-site at reduced digital rates), theatrical guided tours with a costumed Henriette character, private guided tours for 2-10 guests, the 2022-launched 'Jardinier d'un Jour' immersive three-hour horticultural experience priced at €250 per person, seasonal Pique-Niques Blancs summer evening events, hot air balloon tethered flights during Heritage Days, the on-site Côté Jardin restaurant and tea room, botanical trail access, and a gift shop and gift voucher platform. Venue hire for weddings, corporate seminars, and photo/film shoots in the 17th-century Manoir d'Artaban forms an additional B2B revenue layer. Distribution runs through direct website sales, on-site ticketing, regional tourism partnerships (Les Grands Sites du Périgord, Dordogne-Périgord Tourisme, VMF Patrimoine, AAJRE, Demeure Historique), and reciprocal ticketing with neighbouring heritage sites (Réserve Zoologique de Calviac, Château de Turenne). Multilingual audioguide support covers 10 languages, and the property is certified accessible under Tourisme Handicaps.

The business is privately held with no disclosed external funding and operates with a small team of approximately 8 employees. Revenue is generated exclusively at a single physical site through direct-to-consumer ticket sales, premium experiences, hospitality, retail, and private events; there is no software, SaaS, or licensed technology product. Operating status is active, with gardens open daily 8h30 to 19h and the restaurant 9h30 to 19h, and the 2024 European Garden Award plus recent product launches (Bird Observation Program, extended Pique-Niques Blancs) indicate ongoing programmatic expansion of the visitor experience.

Name

Eyrignac et ses Jardins

Legal name

Eyrignac et ses Jardins

Website

https://eyrignac.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Eyrignac et ses Jardins operates a historic 10-hectare topiary garden and 200-hectare heritage estate in Salignac-Eyvigues, Périgord Noir, France. It serves individual tourists, families, school groups, wedding couples, and corporate clients through garden admission, guided tours, immersive experiences, hospitality, and venue hire.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Heritage Botanical Gardens and Garden Tourism

NAICS

Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (712190), Zoos and Botanical Gardens (71213), Historical Sites (712120)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Parks, Gardens & Botanical Attractions (THAJACAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Specialty & Historic Venues (Landmarks, Estates) (THAHAAAK), Destination Wedding Planning (HSACABAD)

Keywords

• Historic garden tourism
• Topiary art gardens
• Horticultural experiences
• Wedding and event venues
• Heritage estate visits

Headquarters

HQ city

Salignac-Eyvigues

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Garden Admission Tickets: Visitors pay for access to the 10-hectare gardens. Tickets can be purchased online with reduced rates or on-site. Electronic tickets are valid all day and allow free movement in and out.
2. Experiences and Tours: Additional revenue from theatrical guided tours (45 minutes with Henriette, an ancestor character), hot air balloon tethered flights during Heritage Days, private guided visits (2-10 people), and 'Jardinier d'un Jour' immersive experiences at €250 per person.
3. Event Hosting: Private events including weddings, corporate seminars, photo/film shoots, and the popular 'Pique-Niques Blancs' summer evening events with DJ sets, live saxophone, and fireworks.
4. Restaurant Côté Jardin: On-site restaurant and tea room open daily 9h30 to 19h, serving meals, teas, and artisanal rose petal ice cream.
5. Retail and Gift Vouchers: Gift shop and gift vouchers (bons cadeaux) for garden visits and experiences.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Eyrignac et ses Jardins operates a historic garden tourist attraction featuring 10 hectares of topiary sculptures across seven themed gardens set within a 200-hectare estate in the Périgord Noir region of Dordogne, France. Visitors purchase admission tickets for self-guided and guided visits, attend seasonal events such as the White Picnics, participate in immersive experiences such as Jardinier d'un Jour (Gardener for a Day), hire the venue for weddings and corporate events, and use the on-site restaurant, gift shop, and gift voucher services.

Product overview

Eyrignac et ses Jardins is a historic French garden attraction featuring 10 hectares of topiary sculptures as the core product, complemented by seven themed garden spaces (French formal parterre, Chinese Pagoda, White Garden, Sources Garden, Vegetable/Flower Garden, Botanical Trails, and Manoir d'Artaban manor). The 200-hectare estate offers a portfolio of visitor experiences including self-guided garden visits, theatrical guided tours with costumed characters, the Gardener for a Day immersive program, and seasonal events such as White Picnics and Heritage Days hot air balloon rides. Hospitality services include the Côté Jardin restaurant and private event venue hire for weddings and corporate functions. The property is classified as a 'Jardin Remarquable' (Remarkable Garden) and member of Les Plus Beaux Jardins de France.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Visite libre des jardins (Self-Guided Garden Visit) Unrestricted access to 10 hectares of topiary sculptures and 7 themed gardens within the 200-hectare estate, with garden plan, explanatory panels, audioguide support in 10 languages, and adventure games for children.
• Visites insolites théâtralisées (Theatrical Guided Tours) 45-minute theatrical tour featuring Henriette, an ancestor of the owning family, who guides visitors through the gardens sharing historical anecdotes and traditions. Available Tuesdays and Fridays at 11am during summer.
• Pique-Niques Blancs (White Picnics) Weekly Monday evening summer event in the White Garden featuring outdoor picnics, DJ sets, saxophone performances, cocktail bars, artisanal ice cream, children's activities, fireworks, and a mandatory white attire dress code. Includes free garden access.
• Jardinier d'un Jour (Gardener for a Day) Immersive 3-hour morning experience (9am-12pm) working alongside professional gardeners, learning pruning, border maintenance, and seasonal garden preparation. Limited to one apprentice per session, available year-round Monday to Friday at €250 per person, with gift voucher option and 'Honorary Gardener' title upon completion.
• Visite guidée privée (Private Guided Tour) Exclusive guided tour for 2-10 people outside the regular visitor circuit with comprehensive commentary on garden history and maintenance, conducted by a dedicated guide.
• Private Events and Weddings at Manoir d'Artaban Wedding, reception, corporate seminar, photo shoot, and film shoot hosting in the historic 17th-century Manoir d'Artaban, including garden access for photos, cocktail areas, and banquet facilities.
• Vol en Montgolfière (Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides) Captive hot air balloon flights during Heritage Days in September, 10 minutes per flight for up to 4 people, minimum height requirement of 1.25m, multiple time slots available across the weekend.
• Restaurant Côté Jardin (On-site Restaurant and Tearoom) On-site restaurant and tea room open daily from 9:30am to 7pm with garden views, offering seasonal cuisine, artisanal rose petal ice cream, and terrace dining without reservation.
• Sentiers botaniques (Botanical Trails) Two nature trails covering 2.5km and 4.5km through the 200-hectare forest domain, featuring a truffière, orientation table, walnut grove (noyeraie), and local flora. Fully accessible to all visitors.
• Sept Jardins Thématiques (7 Themed Gardens Collection) The full collection of seven distinct themed garden spaces: French formal parterre (Jardin de Verdure), Chinese Pagoda, Manoir d'Artaban, French Parterre, Sources Garden with Flower Meadows, White Garden, and Flower and Kitchen Garden. Each showcases unique horticultural artistry and is accessible within the self-guided visit.

Quantifiable outcome

• Gardens maintained at exceptional quality with rigorous pruning schedule
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Les Grands Sites du PérigordcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerEyrignac is part of the Les Grands Sites du Périgord network, representing 20 exceptional sites showcasing 20,000 years of art and history in Périgord. This partnership provides mutual visibility and coordinated tourism promotion.
• Réserve Zoologique de CalviacminorGTM or Marketing PartnerZoological reserve in Dordogne featuring endangered species in preserved natural environment. Eyrignac ticket holders receive reduced rates at Calviac.
• Château de TurenneminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMedieval fortress 15km from Brive and 40km from Eyrignac. Eyrignac visitors receive reduced rates at Château de Turenne upon presentation of their ticket.
• Europcar (Sarlat and regional agencies)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCar rental partnership allowing visitors to explore Dordogne's exceptional sites. Eyrignac ticket purchasers receive discounts on vehicle rentals at Sarlat, Bergerac, Brive, and Périgueux locations.
• Les Oies du Périgord NoirminorOthersLocal farm in Prats de Carlux producing quality duck and goose products. Farm shop open year-round with visit options. Recommended as local culinary partner.
• VMF PatrimoinecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAssociation for the safeguard of French heritage. Eyrignac displays VMF membership, indicating commitment to heritage preservation and network of heritage supporters.
• Dordogne-Périgord TourismecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial regional tourism board. Partnership provides visibility in regional tourism promotion and coordinated marketing efforts.
• Demeure HistoriquecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAssociation of Historic Dwellings. Eyrignac's membership indicates recognition as a historic property and access to heritage-focused visitor networks.
• Amis des Jardins Remarquables (AAJRE)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerAssociation of Friends of Remarkable Gardens. Eyrignac's membership connects it with other exceptional French gardens and provides collaborative promotion opportunities.
• Tourisme HandicapscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAccessibility certification for tourism establishments. Indicates Eyrignac is accessible to visitors with various disabilities.
• Various Camping Partners (Sandaya Les Peneyrals, Domaine des Chênes Verts, and 25+ others)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerOver 25 camping partners in the Périgord Noir region recommended for visitor accommodation, including 3-star to 5-star options throughout the area.
• Various Hotel Partners (Hôtel Le Centenaire, Hôtel Bon Encontre, Hôtel Best Western Le Renoir, and others)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerRecommended hotels in Sarlat and surrounding area, ranging from 2-star to 4-star establishments with varying amenities including Michelin-starred restaurants.
• Various Gîte and Guest House PartnersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRecommended accommodations including gîtes, bed and breakfasts, and vacation rentals throughout Périgord Noir, many featuring pools and local character.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Jardin de Claude Monet à Giverny: The restored gardens of Claude Monet in Normandy. Operates as a ticketed, seasonally-dependent destination garden experience with high international tourist appeal and a comparable model of self-guided visit plus curated programming.
• Butchart Gardens: World-renowned botanical garden destination in British Columbia, Canada. Comparable as a destination botanical attraction combining themed gardens, dining, seasonal events (fireworks, light shows), and retail.
• Jardin Majorelle: Famous botanical garden in Marrakech known for paid admission, curated plant collections, on-site café/retail, and event hosting. Closely comparable monetization model (admission + ancillary) targeting garden and design tourists.
• Longwood Gardens: Major U.S. horticultural display garden with themed outdoor gardens, fountains, seasonal events, and on-site dining. Highly comparable in monetizing a multi-garden, event-driven visitor experience.
• Keukenhof: World-famous Dutch spring bulb garden operating on a seasonal ticketed model with restaurants and retail. Comparable in monetizing a curated horticultural display with a fixed annual open window.
• Château de Villandry: Iconic Loire Valley château famous for its ornamental and vegetable gardens. Comparable as a French heritage garden attraction monetizing admissions, guided tours, and special events around a topiary-and-parterre aesthetic.
• Jardins de Marqueyssac: Historic topiary gardens in Vézac, also in the Périgord Noir / Dordogne region. Marqueyssac is the closest geographic and conceptual peer: a 17th-century estate offering paid garden admission, theatrical walks, family programming, and event hosting on a comparable scale.

Broad incumbents

• Château de Versailles Gardens: Massive state-operated heritage site whose gardens draw millions of visitors annually. Competes for the same French heritage garden tourist and offers a much larger portfolio (Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, garden shows) at subsidized pricing.
• Domaine National de Chambord: Major French heritage property offering castle tours, gardens, and events. Competes for the broader French heritage-tourist wallet, though at a much larger scale and with broader offerings than Eyrignac.

Regional players

• Les Jardins d'Antoine: Smaller French historic garden attraction operating on a similar ticketed, family-run model. Relevant as a regional comparable illustrating the typical scale and revenue profile of privately operated heritage garden sites in France.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles4 records

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