The forest of Clairmarais

Verdures were all the rage in the 16th and 17th centuries as the new science of botany attracted attention of laymen as well as scientists. Filled with oak, hornbeam, beech and elm, The forest of Clairmarais continues to be a popular place to hike to this day. The Harchelles pond, 7.5 acres in size, is the last of seven ponds dug by monks from the nearby abbey. In this verdure, one can imagine the stream in the middle leading to one of these ponds, just out of sight. The shoreline is lined with trees in all shades of green and golds, adding contrast to the crystal blue waters of the stream. The forest of Clairmarais is lined and comes with a tunnel for easy hanging and display in your home.