Accessibility &
Facilities in Giverny

Claude Monet’s House and Gardens in Giverny welcome all visitors, emphasizing accessibility for those with mobility, visual, or developmental challenges. This page highlights the estate’s efforts to ensure everyone can enjoy the iconic gardens and historic house that inspired Monet.

General Accessibility Information

The magic of Monet’s gardens is open to everyone, with thoughtful accommodations designed to make the visit as seamless as possible. From well-paved paths to convenient parking, this section explains the key accessibility features in place to ensure that navigating this picturesque haven is both easy and enjoyable for all.

Wheelchair Access in Gardens:

  • The gardens feature paved paths that are mostly suitable for wheelchairs and strollers. There are ramps for wheelchair users in key areas, including the water lily pond and Japanese bridge.

  • However, some sections of the garden paths may have uneven terrain or gravel that could require assistance to navigate.

House Access:

  • Ground Floor: The ground floor of Monet’s house, which includes rooms such as the kitchen and dining room, is accessible.

  • Upper Floors: The upper floors of Monet’s house are not accessible due to the absence of a lift. The upper floors are reached via narrow, steep stairs, which limits access to the rooms above.

Parking and Transportation:

  • Disabled Parking: A designated disabled parking space is available 10 meters from the entrance at the Giverny Tourist Information Office.

  • Transport from Paris: Specialized, accessible guided tours are available from Paris, and these tours often provide wheelchair-friendly vehicles.

Special Accessibility Features

This section delves into the specialized resources designed to cater to those with specific needs—whether you are visually impaired, have developmental disabilities, or require physical support.

Visual Impairments:

  • Audio Guides: Audio guides are available in multiple languages, including options that cater to visually impaired visitors.

  • Braille Maps: Braille maps of the gardens are provided to assist visually impaired visitors in navigating key areas.

  • Tactile & Sensory Garden: The estate offers a tactile garden designed to engage visitors with visual impairments. Additionally, a sensory garden features plants selected for their textures and fragrances.

  • Guide Dogs: Guide dogs and assistance dogs are welcome at the Tourist Office and on the grounds.

Developmental & Learning Disabilities:

  • Simplified French Guide: A simplified French guide is available on-site to help visitors with learning or cognitive disabilities understand the site better.

  • Sensory Garden: The Sensory Garden also provides an opportunity for those with sensory needs to explore the scents and textures of the plants.

Physical Disabilities:

  • Accessible Toilets: Accessible toilets are available near the reception area, as well as baby changing facilities.

  • Wheelchairs and Strollers for Rent: Visitors can rent wheelchairs and strollers on-site.

  • Lift Access: While there is a lift to provide some access to the upper floors of the house, it does not make the upper floors fully accessible due to structural limitations. Visitors should check the availability of the lift ahead of time.

Visitor Information

Admission Fees:

Free for individuals with disabilities holding the “Mobilité Inclusion Invalidité” card, plus one accompanying person can enter for free.

Operating Hours:

The house and gardens are open annually from April 1 to November 1. The site is generally open from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM, with the last admission at 5:30 PM.