Museum
Musée du Champignon
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Musée du Champignon is a fascinating museum dedicated entirely to mushrooms, located in the troglodyte caves of Saumur. The caves' constant cool, damp climate is ideal for mushroom cultivation, and the museum uses this natural environment to display over 200 species of fungi, both edible and poisonous. Visitors walk through dimly lit tunnels lined with growing beds of shiitake, oyster, and button mushrooms, learning about cultivation techniques from the 19th century to today. Interactive exhibits explain the life cycle of fungi, their role in ecosystems, and their culinary uses. The museum also features a collection of rare and giant mushroom sculptures. It's a unique blend of natural history and agriculture, offering a cool escape from summer heat.
Don't miss
- See live mushrooms growing on beds in the caves
- Learn about cultivation techniques from past to present
- View a collection of over 200 mushroom species
- Discover poisonous and medicinal fungi exhibits
- Taste fresh mushrooms at the on-site shop
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Musée du Champignon
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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