Accompanied by a guide, children set off to discover Abondance AOP cheese. From the mountain pastures to the table, they will learn everything there is to know about this cheese, which is emblematic of the region.
Abondance. Thanks to discussions with the mediator, various topics will be covered: the geography of the valley, cow breeds, stages of production from yesterday to today, Savoie cheeses with quality labels, and more.
All the secrets of this Protected Designation of Origin will be revealed, and visitors will get to taste the cheese at the end of the tour!
Topics covered: geography of the Abondance valley; the breeds of cows authorized to produce Abondance cheese, their diet, milk and bells; production methods from yesterday to today; maturing; labels, the 8 Savoie cheeses with a quality label.
In whole class.
Reservations required.
Tips
A shop offers you local products, directly from local farmers or companies (Savoy cheeses, salted meats, jams, honey, books, souvenirs).
Ask for the catalogue, place your order and collect it at the end of your visit!
The Maison du Fromage Abondance is located in the heart of the Abondance valley:
5 minutes from the centre of the village, itinerary "Tour du village" or "Bords de Dranse".
On the right as you enter the village from Thonon-les-Bains.
27 km from Thonon-les-Bains and Evian les Bains on the D22.
65 km from Geneva Airport
It is served by the Colombus coaches, stop "Maison du Fromage Abondance" (during school holidays).