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Vacherin Museum

Located in the village of Les Charbonnières in the Vallée de Joux, Switzerland, the Musée de vacherin is a farm-museum dedicated to the history of the Vacherin Mont d'Or cheese from 1800 to the present day. The affineur welcomes visitors to share his passion and respect for the ancestors who built the reputation of this cheese, which has the particularity of having both Swiss and French nationality. The museum brings together documents, objects and photos gathered through long research. The site also presents traditional recipes for enjoying Vacherin.

Information

  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Topic: Food and drink

Opening hours

Opening hours could not be found on the website.

Contact

Webpage
vacherin-le-pelerin.ch
Email
info@vacherin-le-pelerin.ch
Address
Les Charbonnières

Access

Nearby stops

  • Les Charbonnières550 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Lausanne
1h 3m
Neuchâtel
1h 30m
Genève
1h 49m
Martigny
2h 13m
Bern
2h 26m

FAQ

  • How can I visit the museum?
    The museum currently receives groups on request, such as societies, company outings and other groups. You should contact the affineur to arrange a visit.
  • What can I discover at the museum?
    The farm-museum presents documents, objects and photos gathered through long research, telling the history of the Vacherin Mont d'Or from 1800 to the present day in the Vallée de Joux.
  • Where is the museum located?
    The museum is located in the village of Les Charbonnières, on the shores of Lake Brenet, facing the Dent de Vaulion, in the Vallée de Joux.