

Description
Butter, yoghurt, cheese ... are all dairy products, but what's the magic behind this transformation?
Goodness! How can an animal grazing so peacefully in the fields produce such a large quantity of milk?
Several conditions are necessary for this to happen. Divided into groups, the students will examine the characteristics of cows and the properties of milk: from their anatomy to their lactation cycle, including their diet and family photo. Then, we will look at another question: how is it that this warm liquid, fresh from the udder, can be transformed into butter, yogurt, or even better... cheese?
Topics covered: definition and characteristics of cows, their diet and lactation cycle, the components of milk, dairy products from cows and other animals around the world.
Organization: activities alternating between small groups (5 groups max) and group discussions.
Reservations required.
- TipsA 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!
Rates
Rates 2026
Group children5€ for primary >20 children and 5.50 € for primary
From €5.00 to €5.50
Free of charge: 3 accompanying persons per class.
Payment methods
Cash
Contactless paymentGroups (Max capacity)
Groups (Max capacity)
- 15 Person (s) mini
- 35 Maximum number of people
Openings
All year 2026 - Open everyday
On demand
Location
Contact Children's groups : The milky way of cows - workshop: from the cow to the dairy products
Spoken languages
Spoken languages
Environment
Environment
- Mountain location
- Close to a public transportation
- Village centre
- Bus stop < 500 m
Access
Access
- 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).











