Castanea - Discover the world of sweet chestnut

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2 parvis de l'église, 07260 Joyeuse

Jeu du ramassage de châtaignes — ©Raphael_Pellet_CevennesD_ardeche

Castanea - Visite sensorielle_ — ©©J.Allègre-OT Cévennes d_Ardèche

Memoire et histoire du chataignier en Ardeche, musée — ©@Rapahel Pellet Cevennes d'Ardeche

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Castanea tells in great detail the story of how for centuries, entire generations daily lives revolved around chestnut trees, both for work and for food.
Find out more about this emblematic "bread tree". Castanea is located in a beautiful former convent in the medieval town of Joyeuse. The museum shop offers you a wide range of local delicacies, postcards, books....

Ardèche and Châtaigne: the recipe for a love affair that has lasted forever (or almost forever...).

All chapters are delightfully staged at Castanea.
An experience to delight the taste buds of all gourmets. A tour prepared with a healthy dose of imagination, innovation and, of course, a few gourmet nuggets...

Castanea - Espace découverte de la Châtaigne d'Ardèche is located in the medieval town of Joyeuse, in a sublime building dating from the 17th century.
Castanea showcases the skills and know-how of our chestnut growers and processors, helping you to appreciate this fruit, which is now part of our gastronomic heritage and a source of great pride.

Plus for families:
- Fun tour with booklets / treasure hunt for children and teenagers.
- Board and card games for the whole family.
- Sensory tour (extra charge)