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A visit to the Occitanie Truffle Centre in Villeneuve-Minervois

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Duration 45min

Villeneuve-Minervois (Aude) ~ Occitanie

From €5.50 per person

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A gourmet encounter with black truffles

In Villeneuve-Minervois, the House of Truffle invites you to explore the fascinating world of this rare and prestigious mushroom. In a modern and interactive space, discover truffle cultivation, watch a truffle-hunting demonstration, awaken your senses to its unique aromas, and extend the experience in the shop with a gourmet selection of truffle products.

An interactive and sensory journey into the secrets of truffles

The House of Truffle, a gourmet and sensory immersion

Across more than 300 m² of modern and interactive exhibition space, the House of Truffle opens the doors to the mysterious world of this exceptional mushroom. In five themed rooms, you discover every stage of truffle cultivation, from tree planting to harvest. Projections, slideshows, and digital books accompany your journey for a lively and educational experience.

A sensory and playful experience

The visit is enriched by an immersive film showing, among other things, a truffle-hunting demonstration with a dog. You learn to recognize its unique aromas and dive into a surprising sensory atmosphere. Children can enjoy a playful quiz that turns discovery into a real game. A digital grimoire also reveals recipes created by Michelin-starred chefs, highlighting this rare and prestigious product.

A visit accessible to everyone

In about 45 minutes, families, couples, and groups share an enriching, accessible, and friendly discovery. It is an ideal outing to spark curiosity, explore an ancestral know-how, and better understand the role of the truffle in French gastronomy.

A gourmet shop to extend the experience

The visit ends at the House of Truffle shop, which offers a refined selection of truffle products: mustard, oils, vinegars, salt, truffles in jars or pieces, as well as truffle juice. You will also find books, souvenirs, and specialized utensils such as mandolins, truffle graters, or truffle knives. Enough to prolong the experience at home or to delight your loved ones.
 
The site is accessible to people with reduced mobility. 

The little extras (we love)

A visit that immerses you in the world of truffles with modern displays and gourmet discoveries to enjoy.

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    Discover the fascinating and mysterious world of truffles

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    Enjoy an immersive and interactive sensory experience

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    Extend your visit with a refined gourmet boutique

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Prices and terms of sale

Prices

À partir de 16 ans €8.50
Enfant de 07 à 15 ans €5.50

The price includes

  • Admission for a self-guided tour of the Maison de la Truffe.

Options & Extras

-Fun-filled children’s tour: a treasure hunt and trail game called “The War of the Mushrooms” – follow the trail to search for clues and become a skilled truffle farmer.

-Shop with the “Pays Cathare” label, offering a range of truffle-based products and local specialities

-Fresh truffles on sale in season.

- Free car park and bus access

- Access for people with reduced mobility (adapted toilet, induction loop, magnifying glass, audio guide with amplifier, wheelchair available on request)

- Dogs not permitted, except guide dogs.

- Audio guides available in French, English, Spanish, Italian, German and Dutch, or guided tours in French

- Group visits available; please contact us

Conditions & Validity

Book today and visit whenever you like, subject to the opening hours and days shown.

Opening periods and times:

  • Closed annually on 1 and 11 November, 25 December and 1 January
  • September, October, April, May and June: open daily from 10.00–12.30 and 14.00–18.30
  • November, December, January, February and March: open Monday to Saturday from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm and from 1.30 pm to 5.30 pm
  • July–August: open daily from 10.00 am to 1.00 pm and from 2.00 pm to 6.30 pm

The ticket office closes one hour before the site closes.

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