Cheese cellars of L'Etivaz AOP
Description
During the months of May to October, the farmers of the region are busy making the precious alpine cheese L'Etivaz AOP. These cheese wheels are then transported to the cheese cellars, located in the heart of the village of l'Etivaz, to be stored and refined. During this visit, discover all the secrets of the making of this famous cheese.
L'Etivaz AOP is a hard cheese made by hand from raw milk in more than 130 alpine cheese dairies, located between 1000 and 2000 m. More than 2800 cows supply the milk, which is heated over a wood fire in a copper vat in the time-honoured tradition. In the centre of the l’Etivaz village, the cheese cellars are entirely dedicated to the typical Swiss cheese, which bears the protected designation of origin AOP (Appellation d' Origine Protégée). Open every day, this place is also a sales point for this delicious alpine cheese. A documentary shows visitors the process of cheese production on the alpine pastures, while a tasting will give let you savour all the different fragrances of a L’Etivaz AOP. The tour in the galleries, located around the cheese cellars, is truly fascinating: Over 20000 cheese wheels are stored here and are regularly turned and salted with great care during the aging period of at least 135 days. To round off your visit, enjoy the flavours of five regional cheeses during a tasting session, including of course the L'Etivaz AOP.
Practical Information
Information - The cheese cellars are suitable for families. - Minimum length of visit: 1 hour - Visits are organised every day between 10am and 2pm by prior arrangement. - Guided tours are also available. Prior booking required. - Food and souvenir shop on site. ACCESSIBILITY Accessible to people with reduced mobility. A car park and toilets are also adapted. By train Via the MOB line from Montreux or Zweisimmen By bus Via the TPC line (stop ‘Maison de l'Etivaz’). By car A large free car park is available around the cheese cellars. With the Pass d'Enhaut, you can take advantage of a CHF 6 entrance fee, which includes a film, a tour of the cellars and a classic tasting session.
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During the months of May to October, the farmers of the region are busy making the precious alpine cheese L'Etivaz AOP. These cheese wheels are then transported to the cheese cellars, located in the heart of the village of l'Etivaz, to be stored and refined. During this visit, discover all the secrets of the making of this famous cheese.
L'Etivaz AOP is a hard cheese made by hand from raw milk in more than 130 alpine cheese dairies, located between 1000 and 2000 m. More than 2800 cows supply the milk, which is heated over a wood fire in a copper vat in the time-honoured tradition. In the centre of the l’Etivaz village, the cheese cellars are entirely dedicated to the typical Swiss cheese, which bears the protected designation of origin AOP (Appellation d' Origine Protégée). Open every day, this place is also a sales point for this delicious alpine cheese. A documentary shows visitors the process of cheese production on the alpine pastures, while a tasting will give let you savour all the different fragrances of a L’Etivaz AOP. The tour in the galleries, located around the cheese cellars, is truly fascinating: Over 20000 cheese wheels are stored here and are regularly turned and salted with great care during the aging period of at least 135 days. To round off your visit, enjoy the flavours of five regional cheeses during a tasting session, including of course the L'Etivaz AOP.
Practical Information
Information - The cheese cellars are suitable for families. - Minimum length of visit: 1 hour - Visits are organised every day between 10am and 2pm by prior arrangement. - Guided tours are also available. Prior booking required. - Food and souvenir shop on site. ACCESSIBILITY Accessible to people with reduced mobility. A car park and toilets are also adapted. By train Via the MOB line from Montreux or Zweisimmen By bus Via the TPC line (stop ‘Maison de l'Etivaz’). By car A large free car park is available around the cheese cellars. With the Pass d'Enhaut, you can take advantage of a CHF 6 entrance fee, which includes a film, a tour of the cellars and a classic tasting session.