If you are looking for some fun outings during the Easter holidays, then check out the Cerdon area in nearby France. Not only is Cerdon famous for its rosé sparkling wine, but you can also visit the Grottes (grotto) and Silk Museum in the old factory of Musée Soieries Bonnet. There are a few restaurants in the nearby village of Cerdon as well, or prepare a picnic if the weather is suitable.
Here we visit the silk factory turned museum, Musée Soieries Bonnet. It takes you through all the stages of the caterpillar through the finished clothing.
One of Europe's most famous silk factories
An unforgettable experience, during which you'll visit the old production workshops, talk to former workers, admire unique fabrics designed for some of the world's top fashion houses (Dior, Chanel...), and immerse yourself in the workings of a factory that once employed over 1,200 people.
Lisa's video above at this link https://youtu.be/OA_8skTD0uo
Visiting the factory
Open from 25 March to 16 November 2025, Tuesday to Sunday
High season (June-July-August-September): 10h-13h / 14h-18h
+ school vacations (zone A) and weekends
Low season: 10h-13h / 14h-17h
Special opening dates:
Monday, 21 April 2025 (Easter Monday)
Monday, 9 June 2025 (Whitsun/Pentecost),
Monday, 14 July 2025 (Bastille Day) - Closed Thursday, 1 May 2025 (Labor Day).
Entry prices
Adults €9
Children (7-12 yrs) €6.
Family package: €25 (2 adults and 2 children)+ €5 per additional child
Combo ticket for Soieries + Cuivrerie
Adult (1 admission + the second at -50%):
€14/adult & €9/child (7-12 yrs)
Guided tours of the factory only
Guided tour times Tuesday to Friday: 11h, 14h30 and 15h45
Saturday and Sunday: 11h, 14h30, 16h
Musée Soieries Bonnet
01640 Jujurieux
France
www.cerdonvalleedelain.fr/musee-soieries-bonnet
Stay tuned for our upcoming article about the Grottes de Cerdon.
