Abondance, Tarine, Montbéliarde are the three breeds of cows that roam our meadows in the Abondance valley. But who are they ?
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Cows are very numerous in our region and provide us with the precious milk needed to make many different products, which the children can list. But who are they?
After looking at their appearance, let's take a look at their characteristics and their diet.
Topics: anatomy, definition and characteristics of cows, their diet, dairy products from cows and other animals of the world.
Organisation: alternating activities in groups (5 groups maximum) and reflections all together
Reservations...
After looking at their appearance, let's take a look at their characteristics and their diet.
Topics: anatomy, definition and characteristics of cows, their diet, dairy products from cows and other animals of the world.
Organisation: alternating activities in groups (5 groups maximum) and reflections all together
Reservations...
- 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
Free of charge: 3 accompanying adults per class.
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Cash
Contactless payment
Groups (Max capacity)
- 15 Person (s) mini
- 35 Maximum number of people
Openings
All year 2025 - Open everyday
On demand
Location
Contact Children's groups : Have you seen the cow? - Workshop to learn all about the cow
Spoken languages
Environment
- Near shuttle stop
- Mountain location
- Town outskirts
- Close to a public transportation
- Ski resort
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).