The Chocolatrium – A Gourmet Journey with Paulette
Immerse Yourself in the Art of Chocolate Making
Imaginestepping into a temple dedicated to the cocoa bean, where the scent of warm chocolate and hazelnut praline greets you at the door. The Chocolatrium is more than just a museum; it is a sensory immersion into the history and craftsmanship of one of Normandy’s most prestigious chocolatiers.
Paulette’s Role? She coordinates your visit and ensures your journey through this exceptional site is seamless and perfectly integrated into your travel itinerary.
The Experience at a Glance:
- Location: Damville (Mesnils-sur-Iton).
- The Journey: A scenographic tour of cocoa history, a glimpse into the decoration workshops through glass galleries, a film showcasing the plantations, and a guided tasting to learn how to savor chocolate like a fine vintage wine.
- The Little Extra: Direct access to the factory shop to take home exclusive creations at preferential prices.
Formulas & Indicative Rates:
Self-Guided Tour & Tasting
Discover the secrets of chocolate at your own pace and succumb to the temptation of exquisite flavors.
Starting from €6,50 / person
(Indicative rates based on age and season)
Family Pass
A tailored offer so that both children and adults can share the magic of cocoa together.
Rates upon request
(Based on family composition)
Good to know before your tasting:
Schedules: The Chocolatrium has specific time slots for visits. Paulette will check the openings based on the date of your visit..
Weather: The perfect “escape” activity! Entirely indoors and climate-controlled, the site is a delight to visit whether it’s raining or a summer heatwave.
Accessibility: The entire tour is fully accessible for strollers and people with reduced mobility.
Duration: Allow approximately 1 hour to fully enjoy the exhibition and browse the shop.
Entrust the organization to Paulette:
This experience is provided by our specialized partner at the current public rates.
Why go through Paulette? For a €15 booking fee (flat rate), Paulette handles everything for you:
Checking availability and booking your specific time slot.
Managing communications with the manufacture for groups or special requests.
Sending your personalized access sheet with directions and practical details.
Paulette’s Pro-Tip:
“Don’t miss the tasting counter at the end of the tour: it’s where you truly understand the difference between cocoa terroirs. My advice? If you’re visiting in the summer, bring a small cooler bag in your car so your chocolate treasures don’t fear the heat on the drive back!”
Frequently asked questions
It’s very simple.
Just let us know what you’d like to do when we meet, by message (WhatsApp or SMS) or via the contact form. We will guide you and organise the activity according to your wishes, the time of year and availability.
We assist you with the organisation.
Depending on the activity, we will advise you on how to make a booking or coordinate directly with our local partners. Payments for services are usually made directly to the service providers.
No.
All activities and services are optional and complement your stay if you wish. You are completely free to plan your holiday at your own pace.
Yes, in most cases.
Some activities can be organised spontaneously, while others require a little advance planning depending on the season or demand. Please do not hesitate to let us know as soon as you feel like it.
Some popular visits or activities may involve waiting times or specific time slots, especially during peak season.
We can help you choose the best times and organise your schedule to ensure you have an enjoyable experience.
Yes, it’s our speciality.
Do you have a special request, want to organise a surprise, or have a request that isn’t on the list? Write to us: 99% of the time, the answer is ‘yes, we’ll take care of it’.
That’s perfectly possible.
Doing nothing is also an excellent option… and at Paulette, it’s a free and unlimited service 😉