Description
The Ecomuseum of Cognac is a living museum or interpretation center for Cognac trades on the estate.
It first presents the history and heritage of the Tesseron family, since its creation in 1850 through its Winegrower's Museum - Bouilleur de Crus, 6 rooms reconstructed as at the time of the 19th century, bring the life of formerly and the work of our ancestors (including 2 modified in 2020)
Then makes you discover in a fun and poetic way the arts & perfumes of Cognac. Unique in the Cognac region, a space is dedicated to the discovery of the aromas of Pineau des Charentes and Cognac through 10 perfume organs.
You will discover our distillery, an audio visual show, an exhibition on Cuba: its famous Havana, chocolate and coffee. And finally, a 200m2 space presents the "Haute Couture" of the automobile and motorcycle, as well as several tractors from the 50s and 60s.
All of these freely or using a set of discovery trails. At the end of the visit, you will be able to appreciate in moderation all the family production through a prestigious range of the best Pineaux and Cognacs produced on the estate since 1850. (Alcohol abuse is dangerous for health).
National Wine Tourism Label (Vineyards and Discoveries) Welcome to the Farm - Independent Winegrower from France - Trésors de Saintonge.
Spoken languages
- English
- French
Themes
- Arts and culture
Services / Comfort
- Available for private hire
- Coach access
- Guided tours
- Motorhomes allowed
- Online shop
- Shop
- Tourist brochures
- Wi-fi
Pets are not accepted
Equipements
- Picnic area
- Toilets
- Camper van reception area
- Exhibition space
- Car park
- Coach parking
- Private parking
- Charging station for 2 electric wheels
- Free car park
Opening
From 01/07 to 31/08/2023, daily.
From 01/09 to 30/09/2023, every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
From 01/10 to 30/11/2023, every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Closed exceptionally on bank holidays.
Prices and means of payment
Reduced price: 6 €
Adult: 6 to 9 €
Student: 6 €
Group adults: 6 €.
Free entry for children < 16 years.
Means of payment
- Bank/credit card
- Check
- Travellers Cheque
- Cash
- Credit transfer
- Online payment
- Connect Travellers Cheque
- Contactless payment
Classification, labels and brands
Classification and labels
- Michelin guide
- Le Routard guide
- Vineyards and Discovery Accreditation
- Petit Fûté
- Bad weather alternative
- Treasures of Saintonge
Environment
- In the country
- Village 2 km away
- View over the vineyards
Things to see
Individual visits
- Unguided individual tours available permanently
- Guided individual tours on request
Group visits
- Unguided group tours on request
- Guided group tours on request
Address
L’Ecomusée du Cognac
35, Route des Bessons
Domaine des Bessons
17770 Migron