La Fabrique - Atelier du Lin
About This Museum
People come to this little museum in Quintin not just to see history, but to touch and smell it—it’s all about linen, a fabric that was once the town's lifeblood. You get to walk through the old workshop where the giant, creaky looms and spinning wheels aren't just on display; they feel like the workers just stepped out for a moment. It’s surprisingly hands-on, letting you grasp the rough flax stalks and then feel the impossibly soft finished cloth. I left with a real sense of how much skill and sweat went into making something we take for granted today.
Collection Highlights
The massive, fully-restored wooden looms from the 19th century are the stars of the show, but don't miss the delicate bobbins and the displays showing the entire process from blue flax flower to white thread.
Visitor Information
It's tucked away at 1 Rue des Degrés in Quintin—look for the unassuming building that clearly has age and character. Definitely check opening times in advance as it's a small, family-run kind of place.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a charming, traditional stone building that was likely part of the original textile workshops, giving it an authentic, rustic feel from the moment you see it.
Contact & Location
Address: Rue des Degrés, Quintin, Saint-Brieuc, Côtes-d'Armor, Bretagne, France métropolitaine, 22800, France
Phone: +33 7 85 38 40 96
Website: Visit Website
