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Musée de l’Amande et du Macaron

Description

Dive into the history of the Macaroon of Montmorillon and discover the fabulous transformation of the almond into this delicious little cake whose recipe is still kept secret and has been passed on for five generations within the Rannou-Métivier House.

Discover this famous specialty that has made the reputation of Montmorillon since the 17th century! During your visit of about 1h30, you will learn everything about the almond tree and the particularities of this tree with its twisted trunk. You will explore the characteristics of this singular fruit that is the almond.

Finally, you will follow the epic of this macaroon in its tour of France through the centuries and will try to discover its manufacturing secrets well kept by the Rannou-Métivier family!

Technical Information

Lat, Lng
46.42449280.8702714
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Point of Interest updated on 28/11/2025

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Contact

e-mail : contact@museedumacaron.com
Fixed telephone : +33 5 49 83 03 38
Telefax / fax : +33 5 49 83 03 39
Fixed telephone : +33 5 49 83 24 02
Web site (URL) : www.museedumacaron.com
Web site (mobile) : www.museedumacaron.com

Classement

Private museum

Modes de paiement

Payment cards
Cheques and postal orders
Cash

Langues parlées

French

Equipements

Pram-friendly
Projection room

Infos sur la visite

Conditions de visite : Unaccompanied tours
Conditions de visite : Guided tour by appointment only
Durée moyenne de la visite de groupe : 90
Durée moyenne de la visite individuelle : 60

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86500 France

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We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾