La Cité du Lait
Discover the world of milk and dairy products. The Cité du Lait invites you to enjoy a cultural and gourmet experience.
Located in Laval, La Cité du Lait is a museum where milk is presented in its cultural, heritage, industrial and gastronomic dimensions. Both an interpretation centre and a collection of over 4,000 items, La Cité du Lait celebrates our dairy heritage through its tours, life-size activities, educational workshops and numerous cultural and gourmet events.During your visit, you'll discover the former Laval dairy and the story of an unprecedented industrial adventure. Founded in 1933 by André Besnier, the Laval-based company is resolutely attached to its Mayenne roots, and is now part of the Lactalis Group, the world's leading dairy products company. Continue your journey through a large collection of objects dedicated to the world of dairy products, and discover the evolution of the dairy industry. At the end of the themed tour, take advantage of access to the shop and the expertise of our team to advise you on the best dairy products.
You can find the full calendar of events for La Cité du Lait at: www.lacitedulait.com
Ideally located on the banks of the Mayenne, just a few metres from the cycle paths and towpath on the Vélo Francette itinerary, La Cité du Lait has been awarded the Accueil Vélo label.
La Cité du Lait is accessible to people with motor disabilities.
Guided tours can be given in English (please specify when booking).
How do I get there?
La Cité du Lait
18 rue Adolphe Beck 53000 LAVAL
musee.lacitedulait@fr.lactalis.com
www.lacitedulait.com
02 43 59 51 90
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Practical information
Site theme
Industrial site
Museum theme
Farming / rural world
Gastronomy
Industry
Trades
Museum for children
Museum category
Private museum
Location
Spoken language
English
Spanish
French
Facilities
Auditorium
Equipped conference room
Services
Shop
WiFi
Further information
Groups accepted from 8 to 90 persons
Pets not allowed (Les chiens guides sont bien évidemment acceptés.)
Rates and payment methods
Prices
Full adult price starting from 7€ (Visite libre)
Discounted rate starting from 5€ (Visite libre)
Children's price starting from 5€ (12-17 ans Visite libre)
Children's price starting from 3€ (5-11 ans Visite libre)
Full adult price starting from 10€ (Visite guidée)
Discounted rate starting from 7€ (Visite guidée)
Children's price starting from 7€ (12-17 ans Visite Guidée)
Children's price starting from 3€ (5-11 ans Visite guidée)
Free of charge (- de 5 ans Visite libre)
Free of charge (- de 5 ans Visite guidée)
Payment methods
Credit card
Cheques and postal orders
Holiday vouchers
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