Museum of the Land of Cherry
About This Museum
Tucked away in the rolling hills of Fougerolles, this isn't your typical stuffy museum; it's a journey into the soul of France's cherry brandy capital. You can almost smell the sweet, fermented scent of cherries lingering in the air as you approach the charming old farmhouse. The entire place feels like a step back in time, telling the story of how a humble fruit built a community. It’s an intimate and surprisingly fragrant experience that connects you directly to the terroir.
Collection Highlights
The heart of the collection is the magnificent array of antique copper stills, their polished surfaces gleaming in the low light. You'll also find beautifully preserved tools for harvesting and pressing, plus personal artifacts from the families who turned this local passion into a global reputation for 'kirsch'.
Visitor Information
Give yourself a good hour or two to wander through the orchards and buildings—the setting is half the charm. And yes, you absolutely must end your visit with a little tasting at the end; it’s practically mandatory here.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a beautifully preserved 19th-century farmstead, it's all rustic stone walls, heavy wooden beams, and red-tiled roofs that look like they've grown straight out of the landscape.
Contact & Location
Address: 206, Le Petit Fahys, Fougerolles, Fougerolles-Saint-Valbert, Lure, Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France métropolitaine, 70220, France
Phone: +33 3 84 49 52 50
Website: Visit Website
