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L'Ecomusée du Cognac

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Photo: Jean Louis Tesseron

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.

Opening times

From 08/04 to 30/04/2026 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 9.30 am and 12.30 pm and between 2.30 pm and 6.30 pm. Closed on Monday and Sunday.

From 01/05 to 30/06/2026 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 9.30 am and 12.30 pm and between 2.30 pm and 6.30 pm. Closed on Monday.

From 01/07 to 31/08/2026 daily between 10 am and 6.30 pm.

From 01/09 to 30/09/2026 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 9.30 am and 12.30 pm and between 2.30 pm and 6.30 pm. Closed on Monday.

From 01/10 to 27/12/2026 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 9.30 am and 12.30 pm and between 2.30 pm and 6.30 pm. Closed on Monday and Sunday.
Closed exceptionally on bank holidays.

Price:

From 08/04 to 30/04/2026
Adult: 7 €.

From 01/05 to 30/09/2026
Adult: 10 €
Reduced price: 7 €
Student: 7 €
Group adults: 8 €.

From 01/10 to 26/12/2026
Adult: 7 €.

Free entry for children under 16.

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Office de Tourisme de Saintes & la Saintonge

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Coordinates

45.819066, -0.398659

DMS

45°49'08.6"N 0°23'55.2"W

UTM

30T 702081 5077235

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