Cheese tasting tour
Visit an organic cheese farm in Normandy and experience the French cheese culture at it’s heart
30 minutes away from Rouen
2.5 hours away from Paris
FOOD TOURS
Cheese tasting tour
Our cheese tasting tour takes you through the process of making organic, artisanal cheese: from pasture to table. We’ll start with a visit of the farm, the milking area, see the animals and end with a guided tasting of our raw milk cheeses.
Ultra local lunch
Extend your gourmandise with a buffet of high-quality products from fellow local producers.
Ask for a quote
Tasty workshops
Tastings, workshops and events focused on cheese and local products. At the farm or at your location (within 45 km of the farm).
WHY VISIT
An authentic and delicious experience
In the heart of Normandy’s countryside - 30 minutes from Rouen
Visits and cheese tasting tours are possible in English, French, and Spanish
Learn about cheese and French gastronomy directly at the source
OUR FARM
Just 30 minutes from Rouen and 2.5 hours from Paris, our organic farm welcomes you for a cheese tasting tour in Bois-Héroult, in the heart of Normandy.
Discover the farm, meet our grass-fed cows, and learn how the quality of the milk is essential for making good cheese.
CHEESE TASTINGS
Our food tour continues with a guided tasting of our four signature cheeses: Tome de Bray, Meule de Bray, Saint-Bray, and Fumé de Bray.
You’ll learn the key stages of cheesemaking and basic tasting techniques while enjoying our farm-produced cheeses, paired with a glass of cider or apple juice.
For hygiene and food safety reasons, the production room and aging cellars are not part of the tour.
your guide on this food tour
Mónica Herrera
Monica, a gastronome originally from Puerto Rico, has lived on the farm for over 12 years. Specialised in local products with an international perspective, she shares the richness of French cheese culture in a warm and accessible way.
“Warm welcome. The farmer loves to share his passion for the work. Very informative tasting and cheese explanation. A great visit to do with children.”
PRACTICAL INFO
Tour length : 90 minutes
Bois-Héroult, Seine-Maritime
4 persons minimum
Reservation mandatory 48 hours before
evenements@fermedelaquesne.fr
+33 (0)6 61 10 83 35
BOOK YOUR CHEESE TASTING TOUR
The visits are closed for 2025 but you can already book for 2026 !
The visits will resume on April 1, 2026.
If the reservation app doesn’t display correctly, please send an email to evenements@fermedelaquesne.fr.
Gift Cards
A tasty gift for your loved ones!
Need a gift card for more than 6 persons? Send us a message: evenements@fermedelaquesne.fr.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long is the visit?
The cheese tasting tour lasts about 90 minutes: 45 minutes visiting the farm and 45 minutes in the tasting room.
Is it possible to visit the farm without a guided tour?
No, we only welcome the public during guided tours.
To buy cheese without visiting, please order through our online shop: https://boutique.fermedelaquesne.fr.
Do we visit the cheese production area?
No, for hygiene and safety reasons, the production room and aging cellar are not accessible to the public.
Is the visit suitable for children?
Yes, children are welcome but must remain under adult supervision throughout the visit.
Is the visit wheelchair accessible?
Please contact us in advance: evenements@fermedelaquesne.fr. The tasting room is accessible, but the farm paths are not.
Do you offer tours in English or Spanish?
Yes, we offer tours in English and Spanish. Please be sure to inform so on at the moment of booking.
We’re fewer than 4 people. Can we book a visit?
A minimum of 4 people are necessary for a visit to take place. If you’re fewer, you can join our waiting list and be notified if spots open in a group.
Can we buy products on site?
Yes, after the visit you can purchase cheese, honey, cider, apple juice and chicken pâtés. More products will be added soon.
Can we have lunch at the farm?
Yes, we offer a buffet meal featuring farm products from our local producer partners. There’s also a picnic table available for free.
Send us a message with the number of adults and children to get a quote.
Do we need special equipment or clothes?
Bring comfortable shoes, boots or sneakers that you won’t mind getting dirty, suitable for walking around the farm.
Is there space for large buses?
Yes, we can accommodate large coaches. Check out the prices for groups of 35 or more.
What's the visit schedule for 2026 ?
Visits are available every day of the week, from April 1st to November 15th, 2026. Check the booking app to see if the desired date.