About Square Jollois
Description
If you’re craving a little fresh air that doesn’t involve trekking hours out of the city, Square Jollois is one of those tucked-away green pockets that just might surprise you. This garden, located in La Courneuve, offers a calm break from the usual urban chaos without feeling overly polished or touristy. Think of it as that quiet neighborhood hangout spot where locals pass by, kids dart about, and you can find a bench that actually feels like a spot to pause—not just a place to check your phone while waiting for the bus.
What’s cool about Square Jollois is how straightforward and friendly it is. The entrance is wheelchair accessible, so it’s welcoming to everyone, a detail that often gets overlooked in many public gardens, honestly. Plus, if you're traveling with little ones, you'll be happy to know it’s genuinely kid-friendly. There’s enough open space for them to run around safely, but it's not so sprawling that you feel like you need a GPS to keep an eye on them.
Now, Square Jollois isn’t going to blow you away with flashy features or sprawling botanical collections. It’s subtle, low-key, and very much about the simple pleasure of sitting outside on a sunny afternoon. You'll find a mix of mature trees providing ample shade, and a few flower beds quietly doing their thing. It’s not overly manicured, which gives it a more authentic, lived-in feel — kind of like the neighbor’s garden you peek at and think, yep, this is how a garden should feel.
And hey, no place is perfect, right? Sometimes the garden can feel a bit plain, especially if you were expecting something grand or heavily designed. But those who appreciate a chill spot to read a book or just soak up a bit of greenery in an otherwise concrete-heavy area will find it rewarding. In a way, its simplicity is a breath of fresh air in itself.
Overall, it’s one of those locations where you don’t necessarily come expecting a mind-blowing experience, but you leave with a sense of calm that’s kind of rare to come by in the suburban sprawl. Plus, it’s right there when you need it—no fuss, no crowds.
