House to discover the secrets of Charolais meat, from the characteristics of its land to the particularities of its grass
Located in Charolles, the cradle of the Charolais cattle breed, the Maison du Charolais is a space dedicated to the breed. At this institution, you'll learn everything you need to know about this breed typical of local meadows and recognizable by its white coat. A museum, tasting session, discovery trail, store and restaurant provide plenty to keep you busy. Take an audio-guided tour of the museum area, and you'll understand why and how this region and its breeders have made the Charolais breed "one of the best breeds of French cattle". Children's activities make the visit fun and enjoyable, with family adventure trails where you'll have to find hidden treasure, answer riddles and play games. The bocage trail, with its 11 interpretation tables, lets you discover cattle in their natural habitat. The Maison du Charolais also emphasizes the consumption aspect: you'll learn the best way to cook beef according to the cuts selected. Round off your visit to the Maison du Charolais with a classic tasting session, a Charolais PDO tasting session or a Charolais quiz for groups (booking required), to whet your taste buds. A visit to the La Table restaurant can follow: lovers of tender meats will discover local produce with a breathtaking view of the Charolais bocage. And a visit to the boutique will bring back terrines to give as gifts, to whet your appetite for a visit.
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Opening time and information on LA MAISON DU CHAROLAIS
Closed from December 24 to January 3. Closed November 1. Low season: open daily from 11am to 5pm. High season: daily from 10am to 6pm. Free for children under 6. Adults: €7.90 (self-guided tour with audioguide and tasting or €5.80 without tasting). Children (6 to 12 years): €4.10. For groups of 20 or more, please book in advance. Groups, leisure centers and schools welcome on reservation (✆ 03 85 88 04 00). Average length of visit: 1h30. Children's workshop €6.60. Tourism & Handicap label. Audiodescriptive tour for visually impaired visitors. Label e-branché and Aventures Mômes. Children's welcome. Guided tours (by reservation for groups). Catering (La Table restaurant open every lunchtime and some evenings depending on the season (see La Table in the "Setting the table" section). Gift store. Workshops and events during school vacations, depending on the zone. Free admission for Heritage Days.
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Intéressant de faire avec la petite dégustation pour la différence de prix ! Ça permet de goûter le saucisson et de la viande cuite minute.
Le musée par contre mériterait un petit raclement de façade pour moderniser un peu plus le musée.
Et un coup de nettoyage des vitrines au dernier étage serait bien. Dommage les mouches mortes... Et la partie audio guide sur cette partie géologique pourrait être un peu plus importante.