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  • Last Updated: 5 Jan 2023
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Switzerland is world famous for its delicious chocolate. Whether you are traveling to or living in Switzerland, you should indulge in the many fun chocolate experiences in this country, including chocolate factories with visitor centers, workshops, tastings and chocolate-themed city tours. 

Which chocolate museum is the best?

1. lindt home of chocolate (near zürich), 2. mastrani chocolarium – best for kids (near appenzell), 3. maison cailler – the classic (near lausanne), 4. chocowelt by aeschbach (near lucerne), 5. max chocolatier (zürich & lucerne), 6. chez camille bloch – discovery world (near bern) , 7. alprose chocolate experience (near lugano), 8. swiss chocolate adventure at swiss museum of transport (near lucerne), 8. honold schoggitram (zürich), 9. garcoa schoggi safari (zürich), 10. la flor (zürich), 11. funky chocolate club (interlaken), 12. choco emotions (neuchatel), 13. self-guided chocolate tour of zürich, 14. chocolate indulge tour of zürich, 15. geneva chocolate walking tour, chocolate factories & museums.

Most of these chocolate factories are all pretty similar: a multi-media tour about the history of chocolate through the ages and specifically in Switzerland, how cocoa beans are grown, harvested and processed, view of factory equipment, and a chocolate tasting.

At the end of the tour, you can often make and decorate your own chocolate bar for an extra fee (about CHF 10). Many chocolate factories also offer more in depth chocolate workshops that must be booked in advance. 

As I detail below, some have more fun activities for the kids, some have slicker presentations, some are info heavy, others are more entertaining. I would just pick one that is the closest to where you are. They are all fun!

Everyone was so happy Lindt finally opened a chocolate museum at its Kilchberg factory near Zürich. Their interactive museum is beautiful and very educational, with an immense amount of information both on displays and through the audio guide. Although there are a few games for kids (and an audio guide specifically kids), it’s not the most entertaining option on our list.

We liked the multiple chocolate tasting stations through the museum, including chocolate fountains and a dispenser where you have to guess the chocolate flavor. They also offer chocolate making workshops, which are particularly popular for holidays like Christmas and Easter where you make the signature bear and bunny shaped chocolates.

lobby of Lindt Home of Chocolate visitor center with chocolate whisk statue

Website: www.lindt-home-of-chocolate.com Address: Seestrasse 204, 8802 Kilchberg Open: daily 10:00 – 18:00 (closed on some holidays) Cost 2023: CHF 15/adult, CHF 10/child aged 8-15, under 8 free. Buy tickets here  

See our full review of Lindt Home of Chocolate

This chocolate factory and museum is our favorite of the bunch because it’s all about the fun, with wacky styling influenced by Willy Wonka. So many interactive exhibits to keep the kids busy: buttons to push, knobs to pull, dials to spin and selfie booths with props.

chocolate fondue fountains at Maestrani chocolate factory museum visitor center

During the week at certain hours, you can see the real factory machines running, forming and wrapping real chocolates, not fake machines just for display like at other chocolate factories.

There are lots of chocolate tasting throughout the tour, including chocolate fountains and dispensers of flavored chocolate bars. At the end of the tour, you can decorate a chocolate bar for CHF 10. They also have a variety of chocolate workshops which must be booked in advance.

Website: www.chocolarium.ch Address: Toggenburgerstrasse 41, 9230 Flawil Open: Tues – Fri 10:00 to 18:00, Sat & Sun 10:00 to 17:00 ( see current schedule ) Cost 2023: CHF 14/adult, CHF 8/child aged 6-16, under 6 free.

See our full review of Maestrani’s Chocolarium

It’s all about the history here, since Cailler was the first proper chocolate maker in Switzerland. The history part of the tour has a multi-media show about the history of Swiss chocolate that moves you through a series of rooms as doors close behind you. So you can’t move freely around following your interests. But once that part ends, you can freely explore the chocolate production area.

The chocolate tasting has changed for the pandemic, with individual disposable cups holding 4 different pralines, instead of a long buffet. But you can still eat as many as you like. You can decorate a chocolate bar in the gift shop. They also offer chocolate workshops that must be booked in advance.  

bag of cocoa beans at Cailler chocolate factory visitor center Switzerland

Website: cailler.ch Address: Rue Jules Bellet 7, 1636 Broc Open: daily 10:00 to 17:00 (except 25 Dec and 1 Jan) Cost 2023: CHF 15/adult, CHF 12/students and seniors, CHF 5/child 6-15, under 6 free. 

See our full review of Maison Cailler .

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Aeschbach is well known in Switzerland as the producer of the Schoggitaler chocolate coins sold by school children as a fundraiser (my kids have done this every year). Like other chocolate factory visitor centers, you walk through a series of decorated rooms with a variety of interactive display teaching you about the history and production of chocolate.

During the tour you can sample chocolate, including small chocolate cubes of varying cocoa percentages, chocolate coins and chocolate fountain with toppings. On weekdays you can see people working on the chocolate factory floor. After the museum tour, you can make your own chocolate bar for CHF 10.

Website: aeschbach-chocolatier.ch Address: ChocoDromo 1, 6037 Root Open: daily 10:00 to 17:00 (excluding public holidays) Cost 2023: CHF 15/adult, CHF 8/child aged 6-16, under 6 free. 

See full review of Chocowelt from Our Swiss Experience

One of the best chocolatiers in Switzerland, with wide range of luxurious chocolate confections. We particularly like their unusual praline flavors like rosehip & hibiscus tea and madarine & safron. At their Zürich and Lucerne locations, they host offer a 60 mins chocolate tasting for up to 4 people for CHF 300. At the Lucerne location, they offer chocolate workshops ranging in price from CHF 340 – 600 for up to 4 people. 

family making chocolate bars at Max Chocolatier Lucerne Switzerland

Zürich: Schlüsselgasse 12, 8001 Zürich Lucerne: new location opening Jan 2022 Booking: maxchocolatier.com

See our full review of the Max Chocolatier tasting & workshop .

While the chocolate museum does tell a little about the general history of chocolate, it focuses more on the history of the Swiss chocolate industry, the Camille Bloch family and the popular Ragusa and Torino chocolate brands. The museum is quite stylish and fun to explore.

I particularly liked the live chocolate making demonstration, where the friendly chocolatiers temper chocolate on the marble and create the confections by hand, so you can really see the work and skill that go into make the treat. Then you can taste the items made during the demo. They offer a children’s birthday workshop, where they make Ragusa bars and chocolate fondue.

live chocolate making demonstration at Camille Block chocolate factory museum visitor center Switzerland

Website: www.chezcamillebloch.ch Address: Rue Jules Bellet 7, 1636 Broc Open: summer season Tues – Sun 9:30 to 18:00 ( see current opening times ) Cost 2023: CHF 15/adult, CHF 9/child aged 6-16, under 6 free with parent. 

See our full review of the Chez Camille Bloch  

Alprose is not as well known to consumers as other Swiss brands, but it’s quite delicious. They make one of my favorite dark chocolates, particularly for baking. We like this company because their chocolate is produced CO 2 -neutrally and they use sustainable packaging materials.  In addition to general chocolate history, the Alprose chocolate museum focuses on the story of the Alprose brand.

This museum is not quite as fancy as other chocolate factories, but they have one of the best live factory floor experiences, with many chocolate machines in view (running only on weekdays). At the end of the tour, you can taste chocolate in their “Nostalgia” shop. 

chocolate factory machines at Alprose chocolate factory Switzerland

Website: www.alprose.ch Address: Via Rompada 36, 6987 Caslano Open: Mon – Sat 9:00 – 17:00 Cost 2023: CHF 5/adults, CHF 2/children aged 6-15, free under 6 yrs old

This chocolate tour is an optional paid attraction at the Swiss Museum of Transport (aka Luzern Verkehrhaus), not included with your museum entrance fee. On the “Swiss Chocolate Adventure”, you ride through 10 rooms on an automated traveling cart, learning about the history of chocolate, the ins and outs of chocolate production and the Swiss chocolate industry.

Our friend Hana reported on this for us and thought it was a little expensive for what you get compared to other chocolate factories in Switzerland. For example, instead of “all you can eat” chocolate tastings, you only get two Lindt chocolate balls during the tour.

The website says that visitors of the Swiss Chocolate Adventure may participate in the chocolate tastings at the Lindt gift shop there, including a chocolate fountain, implying this is included with your ticket. We’ll have to investigate this next time we go.

See full review on Our Swiss Experience

Website: www.verkehrshaus.ch Address: Lidostrasse 5, 6006 Luzern Open: Tours start at 13:00 on weekdays and 11:00 on weekends.  Cost 2023: CHF 18/adults, CHF 14/students (17-26), CHF 8/children under age 16

Chocolate Tastings

These Swiss companies offer chocolate tastings for small groups. 

For a couple weeks at the end of October and beginning of November, the Honold Confiserie hosts a chocolate tram, where you ride around the city for about 20 mins while you drink hot chocolate, eat cake and taste a variety of chocolate pralines. There are limited spots, which book out quickly. So put this on your calendar and start checking the website in late September. 

Honold chocolate tram in Zürich Switzerland

Location: Zürich Bellevue tram stop Cost: CHF 20/adult, CHF 10/child under 16 Duration: 30 minutes Booking: www.honold.ch

See our full review of the Honold Schoggi-Tram

Garcoa is a small batch “bean to bar” chocolate company, producing high quality chocolate bars in close cooperation with cocoa farmers. Their chocolate bars are carried in many specialty shops throughout Switzerland.

They offer a fantastic “Schoggi Safari” tour, where you learn about their chocolate production process in their small facility and taste all their chocolate bars. The safari is only available a few times a year. 

Location: Butzenstasse 60, 8038 Zurich Duration: 60-90 mins Cost: CHF 20/person Booking: www.garcoa.ch/schoggisafari

La Flor is a gourmet small batch chocolate produced in Zürich and sold at fine resellers around the city. On two afternoons a week, you can visit the La Flor production facilities in Zürich for free and sample their chocolates.

Location: Uetlibergstrasse 65, 8045 Zürich When: Thurs & Fridays 15:00 – 18:00 Cost: free More info: laflor.ch

Chocolate Workshops

These locations offer chocolate making workshops, but do not have a factory floor or chocolate museum. We haven’t tried any of them. I just leave them here as reference.

If you are traveling to the Jungfrau Region, the closest chocolate experience is at the Funky Chocolate Club in Interlaken. They offer chocolate workshops, where you learn about the origins of chocolate then learn how to create a chocolate bar from tempering the chocolate to pouring and filling techniques. You also get to eat as much chocolate as you like during the workshop. Workshops are held in English and last 75 minutes. Must book in advance.

Address: Postgasse 10, 3800 Interlaken, Switzerland Open: generally workshops Wed – Sun at 11:00, 14:00, 16:00, 18:00  Cost: Chocolate workshop CHF 69/adults, CHF 59/children aged 4-14 Booking: funkychocolateclub.com

Choco Emotions offers a variety of workshops, which can be booked for a group (usually a minimum of 8-12 participants). The owner wanted to keep alive the chocolate tradition of Suchard, which used to have its factories in the Neuchâtel. The website is only in French, so I assume the workshops are also held in French. We haven’t tried Choco Emotions workshops ourselves, so we can’t vouch personally for the experience. 

Address: Rue des Amandiers 2, 2000 Neuchâtel Open: private groups on demand  Cost: Workshop prices range from CHF 25 – CHF 95 Booking: www.choco-emotions.ch

Chocolate Tours

Visit the 10 best chocolate shops in Zürich while seeing some of the best parts of city on this self-guided walking tour. It’s free to use. You’re only cost is any chocolate you want to buy along the way. See map and details for Self-guided Chocolate Tour of Zürich

Cost: free tour, suggested budget of CHF 20/person for chocolate tastings along the way Duration: about 90 mins (3.3 km)

storefront for Teuscher chocolate shop in Zurich Switzerland

This private tour visits a variety of confectionaries, artisan chocolatiers and other chocolate sites as you walk around Zürich. Along the way, you learn about Swiss chocolate history and taste a variety of sweets. At the end of the tour, you learn how to taste and pair chocolate with a connoisseur. 

Dates: available for booking on weekdays Cost 2023: 1-3 people CHF 320, cost varies for larger groups Duration: 2.5 hrs Booking: www.zuerich.com

On this three hour walking tour of Geneva, you’ll visit 5 chocolate factories and patisseries and taste several chocolate confections along the way.

Dates: English tours on Mon – Sat 10:00 and 14:30 Cost 2023: CHF 99/adult, CHF 69/child Duration: 3 hours Booking: www.geneve.com

Note: Frey used to have a great chocolate visitor center but it sadly closed permanently during the pandemic. We have not included Läderach because, like SWISS air and others, we do not agree with their leadership’s outspoken views against the LBGTQ+ community and women’s rights.

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Do you dream of visiting a Swiss chocolate factory? Discover the Maison Cailler and plunge into the world of an authentic chocolate factory. History, manufacture and tasting: an ideal visit to share with the family.

Do the secrets of chocolate Cailler make your mouth water? Take advantage of an excursion to la Maison Cailler in Broc to visit a real chocolate factory. During your stay in Switzerland, la Maison Cailler is one of the must-see places to visit. Surrounded by the sweet scent of chocolate, you will be immersed in the secrets of this chocolate factory. With family or friends, everyone will enjoy an excellent time within these walls steeped in history. Cailler chocolate is a symbol of La Gruyère. Produced with milk from the area, it has been produced in the famous Cailler factory since 1898. During your visit, you begin the chocolate experience with a fun and interactive historical itinerary. You will learn about the history of the Cailler family and the other great names in Swiss chocolate. The second part of the tour takes you into the manufacturing process. You can touch and see the raw materials. You find out more about the suppliers and producers of the ingredients used. You can observe the manufacturing areas. For example, the production line of the famous branches en chocolate. The visit to the Maison Cailler ends with sampling. You taste the specialities for which this chocolate factory is famous. And what better way to end your time in Broc than by visiting the shop? The ideal place to buy praline or bars to take home with you. To avoid waiting time, you can order your tickets online. Last entry: 1 hour before closure Activities at the Maison Cailler. -Various chocolate workshops | Gourmet delights and conviviality -Making your own chocolate bar -A play area to play during the summer months.

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Cailler Chocolate Factory

Broc Chocolaterie Maison Cailler

Immersing yourself in the world of chocolate at the Cailler Chocolate Factory is a dream come true for chocolate lovers and something you have to do when visiting Switzerland.

Located in Broc, just outside the charming village of Gruyeres, this renowned chocolate factory offers an unforgettable experience that combines history, craftsmanship, and indulgence in your favorite dessert!

The crazy thing about Callier is that it has been making premium Swiss chocolate since 1819, which is over two centuries if you can believe that. They are actually the oldest chocolate brand still in existence in Switzerland. Of course, the factory itself was founded a little later in 1898 and has since been taken over by Nestlé. But still, this is indeed the epicenter of Swiss chocolate.

You can visit the factory on your own, or with a chocolate tour from Geneva . Here is what to expect when visiting this Swiss Chocolate factory

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Visiting The Cailler Chocolate Factory

Cailler Chocolate Factory

From the moment you step foot inside, you are transported into the world of chocolate, surrounded by that telltale smell. Probably one of your favorites…chocolate!

Whether you’re a devoted chocolate connoisseur or simply appreciate the artistry and history of chocolate-making, the Cailler Chocolate Factory is something you will never forget. At least for a while!

The Factory Museum Visit

During your visit to the Cailler Museum, you get to see it all.

First, you are taken on a historical tour of chocolate’s origins through a multimedia animation. It continues with a deeper history of the Cailler family as well as a number of other greats in the industry. If you have also been to the Lindt Factory Museum , some of it might be familiar as they have a similar area.

Next up is a fun exploration of the manufacturing process. Normally you just get to stand and watch, but here you get to see and touch the raw materials that go into chocolate. It’s interesting to see what it really takes to make world-class Swiss chocolate.

And they dive even deeper explaining more about the suppliers and producers of their ingredients. For example, the milk comes from nearby Gruyeres cows. If you know the Gruyeres cheese, you know is quality! They also have a small-scale chocolate production line on show, to really bring it all home.

No visit to the Maison Cailler is complete without a few samples, right? And of course, they dish those up at the end. And after having your fill of chocolate and pralines for the day, they will lead you right to their shop, so be careful how much you buy! Although, on second thoughts, maybe a few souvenirs are in order for family and friends back home.

Other Activities

The Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory also offers chocolate workshops where you can learn how to make your own delicious chocolate using only the best raw materials, of course. And, with a master chocolatier at your side, how can anything possibly go wrong?

Another fun activity they have is an Escape Room for 5 people that immersed in the Cailler world and built inside a vintage wagon. Or, if you want something for the whole family or a bigger group Cailler has built an outdoor experience that takes you on a local tour of Broc.

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Cailler Museum, Broc

The factory offers various ticket options to cater to different preferences, including guided tours and chocolate tastings.

Group rates are also available and you can see the pricing here .

How to Get There

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​​Getting to the Cailler Chocolate Factory is relatively easy, as it is located in the picturesque town of Broc in the Gruyère region of Switzerland. Here are a few ways to reach the factory:

If you prefer the flexibility and convenience of driving, you can easily reach the Cailler Chocolate Factory by car. Follow the signs to Broc and look for the designated parking areas near the factory. It takes about 1.5 hrs from Geneva and 2.5 hours from Zurich.

By Train and Bus:

Switzerland has an extensive public transportation network, and you can take advantage of it to reach the factory.

First, take a train to the nearby town of Bulle, which is well-connected to major cities in Switzerland. From Bulle, you can catch a bus or a taxi to the Cailler Chocolate Factory. The bus ride is usually short and offers scenic views of the surrounding countryside.

It takes about 2.25 hours from Geneva and 2.5 hours from Zurich.

Organized Tours: If you prefer a hassle-free experience, there are tour operators that offer organized trips to the Cailler Chocolate Factory. These tours often include transportation from major cities, guided tours of the factory, and sometimes additional attractions in the area.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the founder of cailler.

The Cailler Chocolate Factory was founded by François-Louis Cailler in 1819. François-Louis Cailler was a pioneer in Swiss chocolate-making and is credited with establishing the Cailler brand as one of the finest chocolate producers in Switzerland.

Over the years, the Cailler family passed down their knowledge and passion for chocolate-making, resulting in the renowned Cailler Chocolate Factory we know today.

Where can I buy Cailler chocolates?

Cailler chocolates can be bought in various places throughout Switzerland. In addition to the Cailler Chocolate Factory’s gift shop, you can purchase Cailler chocolates in supermarkets, specialty chocolate shops, and even some duty-free shops.

Online retailers and the official Cailler website also offer the opportunity to order Cailler chocolates and have them delivered to your doorstep.

How long does the Cailler Chocolate Factory tour typically last?

The duration of the Cailler Chocolate Factory tour can vary depending on the type of tour and the level of exploration you choose.

On average, the guided tour lasts approximately 1 to 1.5 hours. During this time, visitors are taken on a journey through the factory, where they can witness the chocolate-making process, discover the history of Cailler chocolates, and engage with interactive exhibits.

The tour also includes opportunities for chocolate tasting where you can experience some of the finest chocolate creations in the world, it is one sweet adventure.

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The chocolate factory of Cailler in Broc near Gruyères in Fribourg is a pleasant day trip from Lake Geneva that combines well with visiting the old town and Château de Gruyères.

Cailler Chocolate Factory in Broc, Switzerland

La Maison Cailler welcomes visitors to one of Switzerland’s oldest and most important chocolate factories. During the factory tour, visitors learn how chocolate came to Europe and how the Swiss refined the product. A small-scale, but still surprisingly large, chocolate production line can be seen in action while sampling is largely unsupervised. Chocolate workshops, also for children, may be reserved. A large Cailler shop sells the locally produced chocolate while a small café serves marvelous hot chocolate and small snacks. A nearby Nestlé Factory Outlet Shop has bargains on chocolates and foods produced by various companies in the Nestlé Group. The Cailler chocolate factory is family-friendly and children enter free with adults. Guided tours are also available from several Lake Geneva cities.

La Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory in Broc, Switzerland

A Large Branche at the Cailler Chocolate Factory in Broc

Cailler of Switzerland is one of the largest Swiss chocolate manufacturers and claims to be the oldest brand in the chocolate business. Cailler has been producing chocolate since 1819 (in Vevey) and since 1898 in Broc.

Cailler was the first manufacturer of chocolate slabs in the world. Cailler has been part of the Nestlé group since 1929 but still operates largely independently.

Broc and the chocolate factory area are clearly part of a modern industry. The main factory building shows industrial architectural lines from the early nineteenth century but has been sympathetically enlarged in more modern times.  Railway lines ensure an environmentally friendly way to transport raw materials to the factory and chocolate to the market. Milk is mostly sourced locally.

Touring the Cailler Chocolate Factory near Gruyères, Switzerland

Branche Minis Production Line in the Cailler Chocolate Factory in Broc

A visit to the Cailler chocolate factory starts with a 20-minute multimedia animation show available in French, English, German, Spanish, and Chinese. (New groups depart every 4 minutes.) During the animation show, visitors learn the history of chocolate including its origins in Mexico, introduction to Europe by the Spanish conquistadores, acceptance by the pope as a wholesome drink, entry into the boudoirs of France (trust the French to take chocolate not only into the bedroom but actually consuming it in bed), and the refinement of chocolate by the Swiss during the nineteenth century. Doors open and lights switch on automatically to guide visitors along at a set pace.

Tasting Center at the Cailler Chocolate Factory in Broc, Switzerland

After the animation show, visitors are free to explore the rest of the factory open to visitors at leisure. Audio-guides explain the various aspects of growing cocoa and the production of chocolate.

A fully automated chocolate production line can be seen in action producing Mini Branches, one of Cailler’s most popular brands. Sampling is allowed at the end of the line – don’t overdo it here, the best stuff is served at the end of the tour.

Atelier du Chocolat at the Cailler Chocolate Factory in Broc

Visitors can glance through windows into the main factory floor before ending the tour with a degustation (tasting). Once again, the better chocolates and pralines are served nearer to the end. Sampling is largely unsupervised and Cailler is not stingy with its wares.

A cinema shows chocolate-related movies while a café has drinks and small snacks. It is possible to attend chocolate producing and cooking sessions in the Chocolate Studio (Atelier du Chocolat) but advance reservations are essential. Programs are also available for children, including birthday parties.

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Chocolate Factory Outlet Shops for Cailler and Nestlé Products

Nestlé Factory Outlet Shop in Broc, Switzerland

The factory store has a large selection of Callier chocolates on sale, including famous brands such as Fémina, Ambassador, Frigor, and endless slabs of chocolate in various sizes and flavors. Prices here are near supermarket prices.

For true bargains head uphill to a small Nestlé Factory Outlet Shop that sells at vastly reduced prices chocolates and various other food products produced by companies in the Nestlé group. Unfortunately for non-locals, some of the best deals are often on frozen products! This store is right next to the train station about a block uphill from the chocolate factory main entrance. (Competitor Lindt recently opened a large chocolate factory outlet store in Aubonne Outlet Mall , while Nestlé has further shops in the region in amongst others Morges and Lausanne Crisier.)

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Ambassador Pralines in the Cailler Chocolate Factory in Broc

La Maison Cailler is open daily from 10 am to 5 pm (closing at 6 pm from April to October). Last admission to the tour is an hour before closing time. The chocolaitière is open year-round and only closes on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

Admission to the chocolate factory is CHF12 for adults. Children under 16 enter free but must be accompanied by a paying adult. Students, seniors, and groups of at least ten pay CHF9 per person and school groups CHF3 per child. The Swiss Museum Pass is accepted. Facilities are family-friendly and fully accessible to wheelchair users.

Wall of Cailler Slabs in the Chocolate Factory in Broc, Switzerland

Transportation to Cailler Chocolate Factory in Switzerland

Cailler Chocolate Factory in Broc, Switzerland

La Maison Callier Chocolaterie is in the small town Broc near Gruyères and Bulle in canton Fribourg in western Switzerland. Getting to the chocolate factory is easiest by car – use the Autobahn highway A9 (Bern via Fribourg to Vevey on Lake Geneva) and exit at Bulle. Driving times are around 30 minutes from Fribourg or Montreux, 45 minutes from Bern or Lausanne, and 90 minutes from Geneva Airport.

The chocolate factory can also be reached on the regional train from Bulle. Trains arrive at least hourly – use the destination Broc Fabrique at the Swiss Railways timetable.  Guided tours are also available from several Lake Geneva cities.

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A very pleasant alternative is a day excursion on the Chocolate Train from Montreux. This Golden Pass train day trip includes first-class travel from Montreux to Gruyères, coffee and croissant on the train, a visit to a cheese factory, a visit to the Chateau de Gruyères, bus transfers, a visit to Cailler chocolate factory, and a Golden Pass train return to Montreux. The Chocolate Train operates from May to October on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday and daily in July and August. Reservations are essential and connecting tours may be booked from amongst others Geneva or Lausanne .

A visit to the Cailler chocolate factory in Broc combines very well with a visit to the historic, wall-enclosed old town of Gruyères (Castle, HR Giger Museum , Tibet Museum ) and Les Bains de la Gruyère hot water springs day spa.

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At Maison Cailler, we open the door for you to explore Cailler’s chocolate world. Experience with all your senses the secrets aroundthe origins and manufacturing of our chocolate.

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The Chocolate train runs between Montreux and the Cailler-Nestlé chocolate factory at Broc and is a real “must” – not only for the true “sweet tooth” but also for railway enthusiasts.

One simply cannot visit Switzerland without sampling Switzerland’s most famous speciality – Swiss chocolate. Montreux-Berner Oberland railway has dedicated a whole train to the world’s most delicate temptation. In the stately “Belle Époque”-Pullman 1915 vintage coaches and later by bus, visitors travel in 1st class style only.

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Switzerland and chocolate are a match made in heaven. Everyone knows it, but few know how to experience the magic of chocolate firsthand in Switzerland. One of the top questions we get is about chocolate factory tours in Switzerland.

A common request goes like this: “My in-laws from abroad are coming to town, and I would like to take them to a typical Swiss chocolate factory. Any recommendations?”

Recommendations we have. From the behind-the-scenes look at chocolate production to a fantasy world that reminds of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory , there are several fun chocolate factories in Switzerland.

Most of them offer a museum with a self-guided tour on the history of chocolate. Some chocolate factories allow for a more in-depth look at chocolate production with knowledgeable staff who will show you the ropes. And most all chocolate factories in Switzerland have a factory store attached where chocolate is sold at a discount.

These are the best chocolate factories in Switzerland with tours for the public:

The läderach chocolate experience in bilten.

Have you ever caught yourself gazing into a Läderach shop? They have this captivating way of breaking and stacking their thin artisanal chocolate… If your answer is yes, the Läderach Chocolate Experience will be perfect for you. The chocolate discovery path leads from the rainforest to a tasting section, educating visitors about the origin of cocoa beans and the production of fine Läderach chocolate along the way.

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This is where all the magic is happening, and visitors can peek inside the production facility. From quality control of incoming cocoa beans to the packaging of the final product, many steps along the mysterious process of chocolate making can be witnessed firsthand.

Consult the Läderach website ahead of your visit to schedule a guided tour in English.

House of Läderach Chocolate Experience Grabenstrasse 6 8865 Bilten Phone: +41 55 645 77 80

The Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory in Broc

Nestled between Fribourg and Montreux is Maison Cailler , a museum-like chocolate factory out of a picture book. At the museum, the tour starts with an interactive multimedia show on the history of Swiss chocolate. The exhibit also discusses the ingredients for chocolate production, such as sugar, cocoa beans, cocoa powder, nuts, coffee, and others.

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A real-world production line shows the process from molten chocolate to the packaged bars we can buy at supermarkets – or the attached factory shop. But anyone who has visited Maison Cailler will tell you that their favorite part was the section where you can smell and taste as much chocolate as your heart desires…

Maison Cailler is open daily.

Maison Cailler Rue Jules Bellet 7 1636 Broc Phone: +41 26 921 59 60

Romain Leemann Artisan Chocolatier in Bulle

The only constant about the chocolate creations of Romain Leemann is change. Always looking for new flavors, this artisanal chocolatier makes some exclusive limited-edition chocolates.

This is the chance to learn chocolate making from a true professional. Different activities include a praline workshop or a bachelor event to produce a chocolate gift for the bride-to-be. During a 45-minute children’s workshop, the little ones make their chocolate to take home.

Romain Leemann Artisan Chocolatier Rue St-Denis 46 1630 Bulle Phone: +41 26 565 23 24 Website

The Camille Bloch Chocolate Factory in Courtelary

Hazelnut lovers are undoubtedly familiar with Ragusa and Torino, two of the flagship chocolate bars produced by Camille Bloch. At the new CHEZ Camille Bloch exhibit, you will learn a little-known fact about these favorites: they result from a cocoa shortage during the Second World War.

CHEZ Camille Bloch Chocolate Workshop

At the site in Courtelary, there is a production facility and a chocolate discovery tour where you can learn about the secrets behind Ragusa and Torino. As a bonus, you may engrave a special message onto a Ragusa bar! And needless to say, there will be plenty of opportunities along the way to tease your taste buds.

Chocolats Camille Bloch is open daily (except Mondays) from 10 AM to 5 PM.

Chocolats Camille Bloch Grand-Rue 21 2608 Courtelary Phone: +41 32 945 12 00 Website

Maestrani’s Chocolarium in Flawil

The Chocolarium near St. Gallen is a showcase for Maestrani, best known for their Minor chocolate sticks. It is no understatement that this chocolate factory comes with all the bells and whistles. For one, there is a chocolate discovery tour through a maze of colorful rooms where visitors chase the answer to the exhibit’s central question: How does luck get into chocolate?

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Towards the end of the self-guided tour, there is a chocolate workshop in a funky factory environment, allowing visitors to decorate and cool their chocolate bar. And those who visit the Chocolarium on a weekday can watch the factory floor from a bird’s-eye view while snacking on delicious little Minor bars. To picture all of this, read about our experience visiting the Chocolarium.

Maestrani’s Chocolarium Toggenburgerstrasse 41 9230 Flawil Phone: +41 71 228 38 88 Website

Funky Chocolate Club in Interlaken

Have you ever wondered how to tell a chocolate bar’s type, quality, and percentage of cocoa? And have you ever wanted to create your very own Swiss chocolate?

To educate and entertain, the Funky Chocolate Club in Interlaken might just be the most hands-on chocolate factory in Switzerland. It is also one of Switzerland’s most unique chocolate boutiques, with shapes such as chocolate watches or cameras.

Since 2014, the Funky Chocolate Club has become a meeting point for chocolate lovers. The new owners continue the legacy of chocolate workshops that cover everything from chocolate tasting to chocolate making and decorating.

If you still have space after attending a workshop with an all-you-can-eat permission, why not stop by the Hüsi brew bar next door? It is run by Brad, one of the current owners.

Funky Chocolate Club Switzerland Postgasse 10 3800 Interlaken Phone: +41 79 108 92 47 Website

Lindt Home of Chocolate / Lindt Chocolate Factory in Kilchberg

Have you ever seen those commercials where chocolate makers in white aprons and chef hats pour liquid chocolate into praline molds? The chocolate maker could be you at the Lindt Home of Chocolate by Lindt & Sprüngli near Zürich!

We have previously stepped behind the heavy doors of this real-life chocolate factory. And as part of the chocolate workshop , an instructor taught us how to create our very own pralines to take home. Insider tip: book a chocolate workshop before Easter or Christmas to make your own Lindt chocolate Easter bunny or teddy bear.

The chocolate museum tour at Lindt Home of Chocolate is educational yet not as entertaining as some other museums. The audio guide, including a dedicated audio guide for children, gives fascinating insights into the history of chocolate making. And chocoholics will love the various chocolate-tasting stations along the way, the giant chocolate fountain, and the Lindt factory shop.

Chocolate Workshop at Lindt in Zürich

Read more about our experience or look at the time when Rio participated in the Lindt & Sprüngli chocolate workshop .

Lindt Home of Chocolate Schokoladenplatz 1 8802 Kilchberg Phone: +41 44 716 20 00 Website

Choco emotionS in Neuchâtel

Suchard may not be top of mind regarding Swiss chocolate brands. But for one lifelong resident of Neuchâtel, the sweet childhood memories of the Suchard chocolate factory were reason enough to open a museum and workshop.

While the original chocolate factory in Neuchâtel-Serrières is no longer churning out Suchard products, Mrs. Vallana has found a way to keep the spirit alive.

Choco emotionS Neuchatel

So at Choco emotionS in Neuchâtel, Mrs. Vallana hosts various workshops and tasting sessions. These include wine pairings or hands-on workshops to create lollipops or chocolate molds.

Choco emotionS Rue des Amandiers 2 2000 Neuchâtel Phone: +41 79 818 15 64

Jacot Chocolatier in Noiraigue

Jacot Chocolatier may be best known for its chocolate creations. These exquisite works of art feature grand cru varieties, rare cacaos, and local flavors from the Val-de-Travers valley. Think absinthe-flavored chocolate…

Located a bit off the beaten track, Jacot Chocolatier is a hidden gem worth seeing. Its history dates back to 1949, and the current generation has just upped the ante: they offer chocolate and wine pairings!

This world-renowned chocolate factory also offers public tours that include a documentary film, a chocolate-making show, and a chance to taste the famous truffle pralines.

Jacot Chocolatier Rue du Temple 23 2103 Noiraigue Phone: +41 58 201 90 00 Website

La Fée Chocolat in Riddes

If there is ever a chocolate fairy, her name is Marilyn. Having grown up in a family of bakers and pastry chefs, Marilyn has developed her chocolate blends using essential oils.

This creative chocolate lover hosts workshops for anyone above the age of four. Children and adults love her hands-on chocolate workshops, where they create everything from Santa Clauses to pralines.

La Fée Chocolat Chem. du Stand 7 1908 Riddes Phone: +41 79 685 26 09 Website

ChocoWelt by Aeschbach Chocolatier in Root

A world of chocolate is conveniently located between Lucerne and Zug: ChocoWelt. An interactive museum brings you up to speed with chocolate production, but the real magic happens in the area where one can peek onto the factory floor. Depending on the season of your visit, you may spot employees painting Easter bunnies or Santa Clauses.

Now in the third generation, Aeschbach Chocolatier follows original family recipes to create artisanal chocolate. Since 1972, these master chocolate makers from central Switzerland have made a name for their expertise.

ChocoWelt by Aeschbacher Chocolatier

Fun fact: Aeschbach Chocolatier is Switzerland’s exclusive chocolate coins producer. At ChocoWelt, there is even a possibility for you to customize your own ChocoMoneta coin, or you may decorate your own chocolate bar. Simply upgrade your admission to ChocoWelt Plus to create your own 200-gram chocolate bar.

ChocoWelt is open daily from 10 AM to 5 PM.

ChocoWelt by Aeschbach Chocolatier ChocoDromo 1 6037 Root Phone: +41 41 747 33 66 Website

Chocolate Factory Zurich

Chocoholics in Zürich are in for some special treats. Several chocolate factories and museums offer engaging activities such as chocolate workshops or chocolate tastings. Rain or shine, visiting one of the chocolate factories closest to Zürich should be top of your list.

With increasing distance from Zurich, here are some chocolate factories you can easily visit:

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Aeschbach chocolatier chocowelt, maestrani’s chocolarium, alprose chocolate experience & shop in caslano.

Not every chocolate factory gives as much access to the production process as Chocolat Alprose. At the Alprose Chocolate Experience, you can witness each stage of production, from cacao beans to the final product, surrounded by the irresistible aroma of chocolate. At the end of the tour, indulge in as much chocolate tasting as you’d like.

There is also an interactive exhibit to learn about the history of chocolate and Chocolat Alprose’s story of success since 1957. It is good to know that this chocolatier offers delicious carbon-neutral, sustainable Swiss chocolate exclusively.

The factory shop has something for every chocolate lover. Browse the classic Alprose collection or discover new arrivals… Your sweetest dreams will come to life!

Alprose Chocolate Experience & Shop Via Rompada 36 6987 Caslano Phone: +41 91 611 88 56 Website

FAQs about chocolate factories in Switzerland

There are 16 chocolate manufacturers in Switzerland, including large ones like Barry Callebaut and Lindt & Sprüngli, and many small and medium-sized chocolate makers.

Yes, many Swiss chocolate factories are family-owned and have been passed down from generation to generation, steeped in family tradition. Some artisanal makers have a history dating back to the 18th century.

The Lindt Home of Chocolate is considered the largest, offering a more than nine-meter-high chocolate fountain, a multimedia museum, a café, chocolate courses, and the biggest Lindt chocolate shop in the world.

That’s a tough one; you might get nine million different answers depending on who you ask. I’d say that Toblerone is widely regarded as the best chocolate brand in Switzerland. Established in 1908 in Bern, Switzerland, Toblerone is known for its unique triangular shape inspired by the Matterhorn peak.

Unfortunately, the Toblerone factory is not open for tours or visits from the public. This is due to the confidential nature of the chocolate-making process, which requires strict security measures to protect the recipes and techniques used to create the signature Toblerone chocolate.

Maison Cailler in Broc is considered the oldest chocolate factory and chocolate brand in Switzerland. Their popular exhibit is open daily for chocolate lovers from all over the world.

Most Swiss chocolate factories have a museum with a self-guided tour of the history of chocolate and a factory store where chocolate is sold at a discount. Some chocolate factories offer a more in-depth look at chocolate production with knowledgeable staff who will show you the ropes.

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Experience the interactive world of chocolate for young and old. Visit our Lindt Home of Chocolate, where the biggest Lindt Chocolate Shop (500 m 2 ) and the spectacular Lindt chocolate fountain are waiting for you, as well as an interactive chocolate tour all about the Swiss cultural heritage of chocolate. Dive into the world of chocolate and experience something really special. Whether you come alone, with your family and friends, or with colleagues, we look forward to your visit.

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An interactive journey of discovery

In our museum, you can journey back to the origins of chocolate and experience how cocoa conquered Europe. Meet the Swiss chocolate pioneers who made our lives sweeter with their inventions. Follow the chocolate manufacturing process in our modern test facilities. And find out just how irresistible Swiss chocolate is for yourselves.

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Create the finest chocolate together with a real LINDT Master Chocolatier and learn all about our favorite treat. Be inspired by our wide range of courses for groups and individuals.

The biggest chocolate shop in the world

In our Lindt Chocolate Shop, spread over more than 500 m 2 , you will find the best chocolates, pralines and a whole range of other delicious treats. Design your own personal praline packaging and have a LINDT Master Chocolatier create a chocolate bar exactly to your wishes.

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A highlight for chocolate lovers

Our chocolate fountain is over nine meters tall, with 1,500 kg of chocolate flowing through it. Experience this highlight with your own eyes.

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It’s not only your sweetest dreams that come true at the Lindt Home of Chocolate. We also offer some delicious savory meals and snacks in the café, and really put the emphasis on quality. We look forward to spoiling you.

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Planning a birthday, company event, a drinks reception or another special occasion? You’ll find the perfect location here. For example, our CHOCOLATERIA or the lounge with space for up to 60 people, and the auditorium, which can accommodate up to 100 people.

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Switzerland’s ultimate chocolate attraction

The Lindt Home of Chocolate is a state-of-the-art experience for chocolate lovers. The building, designed by celebrated architects Christ & Gantenbein, houses an interactive chocolate world that will delight young and old alike. With a more than nine meter high chocolate fountain, a multimedia museum, a café, chocolate courses and the biggest Lindt chocolate shop in the world, the Lindt Home of Chocolate is an exciting chocolate experience for the whole family.

Whether you’re visiting alone, with friends and family or as part of a school trip or company event, here you can experience chocolate with all of your senses in a new and entertaining way. And your sense of taste will certainly be enjoying the lion’s share of that! At the Lindt Home of Chocolate you can sample delicacies, create your own chocolate or have your chocolates individually designed by our very own Lindt Master Chocolatiers.

Join us on an exciting tour through the world of chocolate! Journey back to the origins of chocolate and experience how cocoa conquered Europe. Meet the Swiss chocolate pioneers who changed – or at least “sweetened” – our lives with their inventions. Marvel at all the work it takes to transform cocoa beans into melt-in-your-mouth chocolate. Follow the chocolate manufacturing process in our modern test facilities. And find out just how irresistible Swiss chocolate is for yourselves.

During your visit, make sure to pop into the Café, where we’ll make more than just your sweet dreams come true. We also offer some delicious savory meals and snacks, and really put the emphasis on quality. We look forward to spoiling you. How about some of our popular waffles, freshly baked and made extra special with our finest chocolate?

You can reach the Lindt Home of Chocolate from most parts of Zürich in just 20 minutes, with transport links by boat, bus, train and car. On this page you can find out all about offers, prices, journey, news and much more. We look forward to your visit.

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The Chocolate train runs between Montreux and the Cailler-Nestlé chocolate factory at Broc. It is a real must-have attraction for the true sweet-tooth and the railway enthusiasts. It is a full day excursion from Montreux and covers the entire journey Montreux to Montreux in roughly 9 hours.

One simply cannot visit Switzerland without sampling Switzerland’s most famous specialty – Swiss chocolate. Montreux-Berner Oberland railway has dedicated a whole train to the world’s most delicate temptation. In the stately “Belle Époche”-Pullman 1915 vintage coaches and/or modern panorama coaches, visitors travel in 1st class style only.

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Enjoy our famous hot chocolate at Café Cailler, where you can savour a range of hot and cold beverages, light snacks, and desserts created by our chocolatiers. At the Cailler boutique, you'll find the entire Cailler chocolate range of products, as well as gifts and souvenirs, including T-shirts, posters, and mugs. And at the confectioner’s, you can shop for exquisite authentic Swiss chocolate creations.

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Swiss Chocolate Factories, Tours, and Adventures

Switzerland is known for a lot of things. Cows, watches, banks, and mountains. Perhaps most famous of all is Switzerland’s world-class chocolate .

Some of the world’s best chocolate manufacturers come from Switzerland, and it is one of the top souvenirs travelers are dying to try when they visit. Swiss chocolate is great as a snack or paired with espresso. In fact, as a confessed chocoholic myself, I have to admit that chocolate is fit for almost any conceivable occasion.

So, if you are in Switzerland why settle for just munching on the best chocolates in town? Instead, why not take your Swiss chocolate experience beyond the plate and dive deep into a world you will never forget!

Cailler Chocolate Factory, Broc

If first-class train tickets are outside your budget, you can skip the scenic ride and head to the Cailler Chocolate Factory in Broc, or Maison Cailler directly. As with other tours, a trip here is a must for chocolate lovers with a behind-the-scenes look at the history and production of chocolates.

The tour starts as far back as Aztec cocoa ceremonies, at the time cocoa was discovered, and goes all the way to how chocolate is made today. The exhibits are interactive, so you get to touch and smell beans, watch chocolate production live, and taste different samples.

They also have Atelier du Chocolat where you can “play” with chocolate and create works of art yourself. The best part is, you can take your chocolates with you afterward.

Maison Cailler is undeniably popular, and peak seasons (July and August) can see waiting hours of up to 2 ½ hours. The whole tour lasts up to 1 ½ hour. Timetables and prices are available here .

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Rue Jules Bellet 7, 1636 Broc

+41 26 921 59 60

Verkehrshaus Swiss Chocolate Adventure

Also known as the Swiss Museum of Transport, the Verkehrshaus der Schweiz in Lucerne is an interactive museum that opened in July 1959. With the use of multimedia, interactive displays show the history and development of all forms of transportation and communications in Switzerland.

It is Switzerland’s most popular museum and has many exhibits and themed facilities found nowhere else in the country.

One of the top attractions here is the Swiss Chocolate Adventure , developed in conjunction with the Lindt Chocolate Competence Foundation . It is a theme-world multimedia attraction that takes visitors on a journey of discovery through the origin, production, and transport of Swiss chocolates.

All senses are tickled during this journey, showing the process from the cultivation of the cocoa bean to the sale of the finished chocolate product. Visitors get to travel all over the world without leaving the museum and get a chocolate treat at the end as a bonus.

Tickets start at CHF 9 per person and can be bought online here .

Lidostrasse 5, 6006 Luzern

+41 41 370 44 44

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Lindt Chocolate Factory Store, Zurich

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Lindt used to offer factory tours but it is no longer possible.

Never fear though, because if you make the effort to come to the Lindt Factory in Kilchberg , just outside of Zurich you are in for a treat!

This Lindt shop has the largest Pick & Mix variety you will find anywhere, as well as a huge range of both new and exclusive products from Lindt. They also have the usual range of Lindt chocolates and pralinés, as well as a huge bargain section because it is a Factory Outlet.

So, if your aim is to go home with a huge bag of Lindt goodies, including some rare and cheap treats, this is the place to be. And it is only 15 minutes from the center of Zurich!

Läderach Chocolate Factory, Bilten

The Läderach chocolate adventure will take you through a journey that starts in the jungle and ends in the sampling of high-quality chocolates. The tour can be done with or without a guide.

The most anticipated part of the tour is the Culinary Path. Here, you can enjoy a sample of various Läderach specialties and see how they are handmade in the factory in Ennenda.

The Chocolate Train

One of the best ways to discover Switzerland is by train, passing through picturesque landscapes and vistas. And because chocolate is such an important part of Swiss culture, there is of course a train ride dedicated to this delicious temptation. The Chocolate Train is a first-class ride that runs between Montreux and the Cailler-Nestlé chocolate factory at Broc.

The train leaves Montreux at 8:57 a.m and runs on the Montreux-Oberland-Bernois Railway towards the medieval town of Gruyères , another town worth stopping at.

After an onboard serving of chocolates and croissants, passengers leave the train for a bus ride to Maison du Gruyère to sample another Swiss icon, the Gruyère cheese.

After sampling products and a quick trip to Chateau Gruyère , passengers head to Broc and enter the legendary Maison Cailler . Passengers discover the process of making Swiss chocolates and sample finished products. Something you probably can’t wait for!

If you have a Swiss Pass , it will get you discounted train tickets.

Timetables and ticket reservations are available online .

Montreux Gare, Gare de Montreux, Avenue des Alpes 74, 1820 Montreux

+41 21 989 81 90

Alimentarium – Museum of Nutrition

A museum dedicated to food would not be complete without a section on chocolates, and the Alimentarium Museum of Nutrition makes good on that promise. It is located on the shores of Lake Geneva at Vevey. It has exhibitions and displays of everything and anything on food, nutrition, and the cultural history of eating.

The Alimentarium also occupies the building that used to be the 1920’s head office of Nestle, one of the biggest food brands born out of Switzerland, that is still based in the area.

Although there is a whole swathe of information on food here, never fear because there is also a lot of chocolate too. Visitors will learn about the discovery of chocolate and the many different ways to produce the product, its emotional significance, and the hundreds of items, equipment, utensils, and objects used to consume chocolate in every manner possible.

Individual tickets and guided tours are available online . They also offer workshops for children and adults.

Quai Perdonnet 25, 1800 Vevey

+41 21 924 41 11

In the village of Caslano in Ticino is the Alprose chocolate museum, Schokoland . A huge chocolate fountain welcomes visitors upon entering and takes them on a chocolate journey as only the Swiss can tell it. You can also watch how chocolates are produced (live), as well as experience sampling and tasting that turn this museum into a worthwhile interactive experience.

There is an elevated platform above the production line where visitors can also watch, step-by-step, how kilometers of chocolates go through their various stages of processing.

Schokoland is extremely easy to spot, with its bright red buildings and larger-than-life cow sculptures in the garden and on the roof. There is also a section in the museum that pays tribute to some of Switzerland’s most iconic chocolatiers, including Philippe Suchard, Jacques Foulquier, Rudolf Sprüngli-Ammann, and Henri Nestlé.

All information about museum and shop opening times and tickets are available here .

Via Rompada 36, 6987 Caslano

+41 91 611 88 88

Choco Emotion

If you want to take your chocolate obsession event further, head to Grand Hotel Bad Ragaz for the Choco Emotion treatment. It’s a 90-minute experience at one of Switzerland’s best spas . Cocoa beans take center stage during this luxurious treatment, starting with a bubble bath, then a chocolate scrub and pack, followed by a full-body oil application.

If you’re visiting with kids, they also have a kid version of the chocolate experience called the Funny Choco.

Bernhard-Simonstrasse, 7310 Bad Ragaz

+41 81 303 30 30

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Swiss chocolate factories: 7 places you’d hate to miss

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The Swiss like to think they make the best chocolate in the world.

Bold statement, I know.

But I don't think it's too far fetched. After all, who doesn't love a good handful of Lindor chocolates or a creamy Ragusa bar?

And while certain other chocolate nations, like for instance the Belgians, might disagree here, there's no denying that Swiss chocolate is simply delicious .

It comes as no surprise that our annual chocolate intake is quite remarkable. In 2023, the Swiss consumed an impressive 9.5 kg of chocolate per capita. As opposed to 5.8 kg in Belgium and 0.9 kg in Greece.

So if you consider yourself a chocolate lover, Switzerland is perfect for you. Find out where you can dig right in and try to compete with our super unhealthy and completely over the top chocolate consumption that accounts for over 50'000 calories a year...😏

1. Maison Cailler in Broc

Cailler is Switzerland's oldest chocolate brand and has its origin in Vevey, a little town by Lake Geneva. It dates all the way back to 1819, which means they just recently celebrated their 200-year anniversary. 

After a few ups and downs (personal and financial), Cailler  moved their production from Vevey to their current location in Broc. To learn everything about the history of this family business, drop by their visitors' centre called Maison Cailler .

Maison Cailler in Broc is well worth a visit if you're in the Gruyère region.

An interactive tour walks you through the history of Chocolat Cailler. It also introduces you to some fundamental chocolate-making facts, lets you watch their chocolate production firsthand and offers plenty of tasting opportunities .

As always, they're saving the best for last. The final room, right before the factory store, is everything you've hoped for. And more.

This mouth-watering all-you-can-eat selection of Cailler chocolates makes it impossible to stop. I know it did for me.

You probably won't be able to stop here...

After all, why would you...?

Keep this final stop in mind as you arrive at the first tasting station and wonder why you should hold back on those roasted almonds. They're delicious. But you'll want to leave enough room for what's to come.

In case you're interested in joining a chocolate-making class, reserve your spot for a workshop at their atelier du chocolat .

Watch the Cailler chocolate production line.

Make your own chocolate at one of their workshops.

How do you get there?

Maison Cailler is situated in Broc, a village in the Canton of Fribourg. To get there by public transport , make your way to Bulle and transfer to the direct train to Broc-Fabrique.

How much does it cost?

Admission for Maison Cailler is 17 CHF . If you like to book your ticket online and reserve your spot, you can do so right  here *.

However, if you have a Swiss Travel Pass , you get into this yummy chocolate factory for free .

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2. camille bloch in courtelary.

Camille Bloch is the company behind my two absolute favourites when it comes to chocolate. Ragusa and Torino.

Their visitors' centre in Courtelary is a fantastic place to buy all different kinds of tasty chocolate creations. The Camille Bloch exhibition doesn't stop at telling you about the ups and downs of this family business since its early beginnings in 1926.

It also includes a mouth-watering demo station, where two chocolatiers make Ragusa and Torino bars right in front of you. Needless to say you'll be able to taste their delicious outcome  only minutes after it's finished. 

Watch the pros make delicious Ragusa chocolate.

The freshest Ragusa you'll ever taste.

If you're looking for a special gift, you can engrave your own Ragusa bar at the factory store. It's a little pricy but for 23.50 CHF, you get 450 g of Ragusa chocolate with your engraving with up to 30 letters.

They also offer several workshops where you get to create your own chocolate bar. To reserve your spot, head to their workshop site .

Torino bars after the "chocolate shower".

Shop till you drop after the tour.

Camille Bloch have their visitors' centre in Courtelary, a village in the Canton of Bern. To get there by public transport , head to Biel and catch the train for La Chaux-de-Fonds.

Admission to the Camille Bloch visitor centre is 15 CHF . You can buy the tickets up front when you get there as I haven't been able to find an online channel for this one.

3. Maestrani's Chocolarium in Flawil

Like Cailler, Maestrani has its origin back in the 19th century. Since its foundation in 1852, they've had plenty of time to bring their recipes to perfection and today, it's impossible to imagine a Swiss supermarket without their Munz, Minor and Maestrani creations. 

Apart from making chocolate in all shapes and sizes, Maestrani also produces a wide array of other sweet treats. Like for instance their fruit jelly , which is especially popular around Easter. Or those sticky Caramel bars that'll mercilessly glue your jaw together after the first bite.

Learn how happiness finds its way into chocolate at Maestrani's Chocolarium in Flawil.

In 2004, after decades of running their production in St. Gallen , Maestrani moved to Flawil and opened the Chocolarium in 2017. This interactive museum mainly focuses on explaining how happiness finds its way into chocolate . After all, that's the burning question here, isn't it?

Additionally, a one-hundred-metres long chocolate machine lets you take a glimpse of their production firsthand, before you arrive at quite a generous tasting station .

Chocolarium also offers a variety of workshops to help you perfect your chocolate-making skills.

Milk a cow...

...or spend some quality time with the chocolate fountains.

Getting to Flawil by train takes around 50 minutes from Zurich and 20 minutes from St. Gallen. At Flawil station, catch bus No. 741 or 767 and get off at "Flawil, Maestrani".

Admission to the Chocolarium is 14 CHF . However, if you have a Swiss Travel Pass , you get in for free . You can buy your ticket online to reserve your spot.

Buy your Chocolarium ticket here

4. lindt home of chocolate in kilchberg.

The brand-new Lindt visitors’ centre, which carries the poetic name Home of Chocolate , opened its doors in September 2020. And it certainly lives up to its name. Walk through the main entrance and you’ll find yourself in front of the world’s tallest freestanding chocolate fountain . It is over nine metres (30 feet) tall and has roughly 1.4 tonnes of chocolate pumping through its veins.

The world's tallest freestanding chocolate fountain at Lindt pumps 1.4 tonnes of chocolate through its system.

After grabbing your ticket, passing the fountain and storing your bag and jacket in a locker, you start your tour through the history of chocolate. The museum contains several rooms explaining everything you need to know.

After the historical part, you get eased into the tasting section . If you’ve ever wanted to eat as many Lindor balls as you can or have spoonfuls of chocolate fresh from the fountain, here’s your chance to shine.

The Lindt museum guides you through the process of making chocolate

Chocolate fountains are the best!

If you still have it in you after the tour, go for a spin in their gigantic Lindt shop. Even if it’s just to take a look at this enormous selection and grab another sample or two. 

The Lindt visitors’ centre is in Kilchberg, roughly 20 minutes from Zurich main station. You can either go by bus, train or even catch the passenger ship at Bürkliplatz in Zurich. 

Admission is 15 CHF , which includes an audio guide for your self-guided tour as well as heaps of tasting opportunities. They also offer guided tours and chocolate-making classes. You can book your ticket online here *.

Buy your Lindt Home of Chocolate ticket here

5. house of läderach in bilten.

Dating back to 1962, Läderach is still a fairly new fish in town. But don't be fooled. Just because they haven't been around for over a century doesn't mean their skills are any less perfected.

Actually, the opposite is true. In 2018, the grandson of the company's founder won the title of world chocolate master. They know their trade.

In many ways, the Läderach creations are a lot more exquisite than your typical chocolate bar. This family business is mostly famous for their artisanal broken chocolate , which they spice up with all kinds of interesting ingredients like candied oranges, caramelised almonds, roasted hazelnuts, cashews, strawberries, pistachios and many more. You're really spoiled for choice here.

The famous Läderach chocolate comes in all variations imaginable.

Find out who provides Läderach with their cacao beans at Home of Läderach in Bilten.

Like Lindt, Läderach opened its new visitors' centre in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. They've only been welcoming guests since November 2020. It actually still smelled of fresh paint when I went to check it out 😀

You can visit House of Läderach either with a guided tour or on your own. In my opinion, both options are a fantastic opportunity to learn everything about their history as well as the chocolate-making process. They even have a viewing room inside the factory , from where your tour guide explains what is happening in which machine. 

The highlight of the visitors' centre has to be the three-part chocolate fountain – which has dark, milk and white chocolate streaming down the same fountain. 

Watch the different stages of chocolate-making at the Läderach factory...

... and go crazy over their chocolate fountain.

To take the Läderach tour, you need to head to Bilten in the Canton of Glarus. From Zurich, catch the train to Ziegelbrücke or Siebnen-Wangen and transfer to the Postauto bus to Bilten, Grabenstrasse.

Visiting only the chocolate museum costs 5 CHF per person and it takes roughly 30 minutes to see the whole thing. If you're interested in a museum visit including the option to decorate your own chocolate bar, it's 20 CHF .

Guided tours are also available and they start at 50 CHF per person.

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6. aeschbach's chocoworld in root.

Aeschbach Chocolatier is another family business that hasn't been around for too long. They date back to 1972 and like Läderach, their creations are different from your typical supermarket chocolate.

They pride themselves on their handmade products and are famous for their delicious Bsetzistei (cobblestones). Or have you ever seen one of those golden or silver chocolate coins? Those are another Swiss childhood memory that has its origin at Aeschbach.

At ChocoWorld near Lucerne, they take you on a tour through the history of chocolate. Follow a cacao bean's journey all the way from bean to chocolate and smell, taste and learn about the manufacturing of Aeschbach's delicacies.

You also get to watch the chocolatiers doing what they do best and ask them all your burning questions . For a hands-on experience, book their ChocoWorld Plus offer and create your own Aeschbach chocolate bar.

ChocoWorld near Lucerne takes you on a journey through the history of chocolate. (Photo credit: Aeschbach)

ChocoWorld is very close to Lucerne. Catch the train from Lucerne to Baar and get off at Root D4. Weird name for a train station, I know. 🙂 You'll find ChocoWorld right next to it.

Admission for the "normal" ChocoWorld is 15 CHF. To create your own 200g chocolate bar, you'll pay an extra 10 CHF .

7. Funky Chocolate Club in Interlaken

Have you ever wanted to join an all-you-can-eat chocolate workshop ? Then Funky Chocolate Club is for you.

Even though this place isn't a factory with a visitors' centre like the ones we just talked about, they deserve to be mentioned in this post. Especially because they're situated in Interlaken, one of Switzerland's main tourist destinations.

Don't miss out on paying Funky Chocolate Club a visit when you're in Interlaken. (Photo credit: Funky Chocolate Club, Interlaken)

If you're in the area, don't leave without paying their beautiful store a visit or joining one of their legendary chocolate-making classes.

Funky Chocolate Club offers several daily workshops, where you get to create your own masterpiece and learn how to taste chocolate like a pro. At the end of this one-hour class, you get to walk away with 4oog of your own handmade chocolate .

To book your spot at Funky Chocolate Club, head to their website .

My best friend and I giving our all at tempering chocolate...

The result of our one-hour chocolate making class.

Funky Chocolate Club is conveniently located in the centre of Interlaken .

Joining a workshop costs 69 CHF . This includes an action-packed one-hour class and 400g of your own chocolate to take with you.

What about Toblerone?

You're probably wondering what happened to the world-famous, triangular chocolate bars that get sold in pretty much every airport and supermarket across the world and are famous for being typically Swiss? 

Sad story, actually. 

Toblerone isn't being made in Switzerland anymore. In 2023, the production was moved to Slovakia and the brand has therefore lost its right to claim to be "of Switzerland". And it lost the iconic Matterhorn as its symbol, too. So if you now read "established in Switzerland" and see some random mountain top on the packaging, that's because it's not produced in Switzerland anymore. 

But even before that happened, it wasn't possible to visit their factory. All the better that you've got all these yummy alternatives, right?

The Toblerone packaging before it lost its right to display the famous Matterhorn on the packaging

I hope this post has given you an idea about which Swiss chocolate factories you can visit while you're here. And which brands to try when you find yourself in front of a chocolate shelf at the supermarket , overwhelmed by the many choices... 😊

I'm excited to find out how you're doing in your journey to clock in those 50'000+ chocolate-calories by the way if you like to share your experience in the comments below.

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My mouth is literally watering while reading this post! I love it! As a huge chocolate lover, I now have the perfect guide for my chocolate addiction! I can’t wait to head to Switzerland to visit each and every place!

Thank you Chelsey 🙂 And have fun checking out all the chocolate places when you come to Switzerland.

Hello Seraina,

When I was young, I remember the smell of chocolate at the Suchard factory in Serrières, beside the city of Neuchâtel, but that site has been closed for quite a while. You mentioned the Frey brand which we find in the Migros stores, and I was wondering if you have investigated the MaxHavelaar chocolate that we can buy in the Coop stores. I have my favourites (the Crémant and the Orange ones) and these are produced at the Halba factory near Zurich. Here is an interesting video about Chocolats Halba. https://youtu.be/kyVe7ngAByU I looked at the company website but could not find anything about visits. Nevertheless, their chocolate is delicious and is Fairtrade.

Thank you so much for your comment. Actually, I didn‘t research the Max Havelaar chocolate. I only went for the brands that have a visitors‘ centre so people can go see and taste something. But I just went to Chocolarium again yesterday, and Maestrani chocolate is also fairtrade.

Good taste! Orange chocolate is also among my favourites. Have you tried the Lindt orange chocolate? It‘s so delicious…

Thanks again for your comment and sorry it‘s taken me so long to reply!

Is there any chocolate company in Switzerland that accommodates those with allergies to tree nuts (all nuts except peanuts)? Or partially does so? Some in the US accommodate with their dark chocolate products.

Absolutely, every Swiss chocolate company offers chocolate with and without nuts. The variety of chocolate in any Swiss supermarket is so big here that you will definitely find something you‘re not allergic to.

Hi , I am allergic to milk . It’s the cow protein that bothers me. If you use milk powder how is that made and does it have cow protein that I am allergic to. Denise

Dear Denise I‘m afraid if you‘re allergic to cow milk, milk powder won‘t be any good for you either as that‘s basically just dehydrated milk.

Toblerone is owned by Philip Morris…..

Thanks for sharing this delicious & mouth-watering article especially the ways that you have covered to reach there. I checked-out some of these places during my trip to Switzerland with the family and kids. The experience was awesome!!!

I’m happy you enjoyed the Swiss chocolate factories. After all, what’s not to love about them, right? 🙂

Also a very good Swiss authentic chocolate in CIMANORMA 🍫 My family and friends since we have discovered, it is the only chocolate we like ❤️️and the ingredients used are all organic and bio 🍃

Thank you for sharing such a fantastic blog!

Best regards, Dinesen Hessellund

You‘re very welcome 🙂

Hello there Seraina! As a Swiss living abroad and working in the travel industry, I was very interested to find your site. I was a bit surprised that your article on Chocolate Factories had missed another notable, albeit more modern example: Alprose. I had visited some 25 years ago and was uncertain if they were still around and open to visitors. I was pleased to learn that they are: https://alprose.ch/en/chocolate-experience/

Another reason to enjoy the Ticino! Hopefully this helps support your site and may help me when we can resume traveling with greater freedom. All the best, Mark

Dear Mark Thank you so much for your comment and for your tip about Alprose. This will definitely help my site. I’ve personally never been there but I’ve just put it on my list. Next time I go to Ticino, I’ll definitely check them out and update this post. All the best to you, too. Seraina

I saw this comment and I just visit Alprose factory today. It is pretty small and they don't explain much about the history and about chocolate. The degustation is also poor (5 types to try). I preferred Lindt, Maison Cailler and Chocolarium.

We do love Swiss Chocolate too. 🙂 In this article, I wrote a list with sone Hidden gems in Central Switzerland –

https://www.switzerlandtravelfamily.com/14-suesse-erlebnisse-fuer-familien-schokoladenfabrik-schweiz/

I hope you like it. Best regards, Aline

Hey that‘s such a cool list Aline! Thanks for sharing. I think I still have some checking out of places to do 😉

Can you please tell me where the Schmerling chocolate factory is located and if they also have factory tours etc?

Hi Josh, sorry for the late reply. I have never heard of Schmerling before and upon research, I can’t find anything about their factory or the possibility to visit it. Sorry.

Nestle Cailler Chocolate Factory In Switzerland

Visit to Switzerland is incomplete with chocolated tasting and amongst the best chocolate brands is Cailler. This is one of the oldest chocolate factory in Switzerland which was founded in 1819 by François-Louis Cailler in Broc. It is advisable to take the chocolate train which offer secret chocolate and cheese treats on the way from Montreux to Gruyeres and passes through the beautiful meadows of Swiss landscape or else one can either take a bus or a train to Broc-Fabrique station. Once at the factory the tours are self-guided with audio sets in shape of a chocolate bar talking about the history of brand, chocoa and chocolate. If you have kids or are a chocolate lovers - this factory is a must visit when in Switzerland!

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The World’s Largest Chocolate Museum Debuts in Switzerland

Launched by Lindt, the attraction features a 30-foot-tall chocolate fountain and a tour of the sweet treat’s history

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The entrance to the Lindt Home of Chocolate includes a 30-foot chocolate fountain topped with a giant golden whisk

Earlier this month, the Lindt Home of Chocolate welcomed its first visitors in Kilchberg, Switzerland.

The largest of its kind in the world, the museum boasts 65,000 square feet of chocolate-centric content, including an interactive exhibition dedicated to the sweet treat’s history and production, a café, a Lindt chocolate shop, a research facility for chocolate innovation, a space for chocolate-making classes, and a fully viewable production line, reports Ellen Gutoskey for Mental Floss .

But it’s a colossal chocolate fountain located in the Home of Chocolate’s foyer that’s arguably the museum’s main attraction. Standing nearly 30 feet tall, the fountain features an oversize golden whisk that drips 1,500 liters of liquid cocoa into a giant Lindor truffle. According to Insider ’s Rachel Hosie, chocolate flows through the sculpture’s 308 feet of hidden piping at a rate of 2.2 pounds per second.

Chocolate’s roots stretch back thousands of years . As Hayes Lavis, a curator at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian, told Smithsonian magazine ’s Josie Garthwaite in 2015, traces of chemicals found in clay vessels suggest the Olmec people of southern Mexico fermented, roasted and ground cacao beans for use in drinks and gruels as early as 1500 B.C.

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Another Mesoamerican civilization, the Aztecs, enjoyed a chocolate drink that Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés described as bitter and spicy upon trying it in the early 1500s. When Cortés returned to Spain, he brought cocoa beans and the equipment used to make the beverage back with him. According to Lindt , the drink soon spread across European courts; eventually, confectioners began experimenting with chocolate’s flavor and form.

In 1819, the first mechanized chocolate production facility opened in Switzerland. A few decades later, a man named Daniel Peter invented milk chocolate by adding dried milk to the concoction during production. In 1879—three years after Peter partnered with M. Henri Nestlé to establish the Nestlé Company— Rodolphe Lindt invented the chocolate conche , a tool that continuously mixes chocolate ingredients for several days. (The process reduces acidity and bitterness , resulting in smoother chocolate.)

The Home of Chocolate not only tracks the history of chocolate in Switzerland but also informs visitors about the “seven chocolate worlds” that cocoa beans traverse before becoming sweets, reports Jessica Poitevien for Travel + Leisure . The exhibition begins by exploring how cocoa beans are farmed in Ghana and ends with the production line in the facility itself, per a statement .

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Lindt’s interactive experience now joins a lineup of chocolate museums including the Museu de la Xocolata in Barcelona ; the Belgian Chocolate Village in Brussels ; and the Hershey Story in Pennsylvania. But it’s worth noting that Swiss take their chocolate especially seriously—and, as a result, are known for their high-quality products.

“Chocolate is a part of our national identity and the chocolate industry is an extremely important economic sector of our country,” said Swiss Federal Council Ueli Maurer in a speech at the Home of Chocolate’s grand opening, according to a statement . “For this reason, fostering local chocolate expertise is synonymous with boosting Switzerland as an economic location.”

The Home of Chocolate will support that expertise with a pilot research facility, which opened to expert chocolatiers at the beginning of 2020 . Here, researchers can develop new chocolate recipes and pioneer small- and large-scale production techniques alike.

Novice chocolatiers, meanwhile, can perfect their craft by taking classes at the “ Chocolateria .” Among other topics, courses cover how to make chocolate bars, lollipops, figurines, pralines and truffles.

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A chocolate theme park? Nestlé is going to make it happen in Switzerland

Calling all chocolate lovers! Mark your calendar: in 2025, Nestlé is planning to open, not a museum but a theme park entirely dedicated to the cocoa substance.

The Swiss multinational has revealed that it has been working on a completely new kind of project that will be located in the region of Gruyère.

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Switzerland is determined to establish its international reputation for chocolate. Or rather, Nestlé is determined to cement its status as a chocolate giant. Its projects in this area include the opening of a theme park dedicated to the sweet treat. The project is expected to be completed by 2025, reports Swiss newspaper “Le Temps.”

In fact, the plan for this future gourmet destination already has its foundations. Nestlé plans to expand the site of Maison Cailler, where chocolate has been produced for nearly 200 years. Located in Broc, it is the oldest chocolate factory in Switzerland.

Situated north of the Gruyère regional park, where the famous cheese is made, the factory also houses a chocolate museum. It’s a destination that is already very popular with visitors ranking as the third most visited museum in Switzerland. With its new chocolate theme park, Nestlé plans to welcome up to one million chocoholics per year to the site.

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No less than 80 million Swiss francs, (equivalent to about US$86 million), have been invested in the chocolate theme park. However for those expecting thrilling rides, you may be in for some disappointment.

Project manager, Olivier Quillet, has already noted that the Nestlé chocolate theme park will not have roller-coaster-type rides. Instead, the site will be developed around taking visitors through a journey to better understand the history of cocoa and its production. And Nestlé doesn’t plan to stop there. After opening in 2025, the multinational could add a hotel and spa to its new park by 2030.

But Nestlé is not the only Swiss company to lay claim to its chocolate heritage. In the German-speaking part of the country, Lindt opened the world’s largest chocolate museum in September 2020. Located in Zurich, the site covers more than 1,500 sq m, right next to the brand’s headquarters.

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    Cailler chocolate is a symbol of La Gruyère. Produced with milk from the area, it has been produced in the famous Cailler factory since 1898. During your visit, you begin the chocolate experience with a fun and interactive historical itinerary. You will learn about the history of the Cailler family and the other great names in Swiss chocolate.

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    But anyone who has visited Maison Cailler will tell you that their favorite part was the section where you can smell and taste as much chocolate as your heart desires…. Maison Cailler is open daily. Maison Cailler. Rue Jules Bellet 7. 1636 Broc. Phone: +41 26 921 59 60.

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    Cailler is Switzerland's oldest chocolate brand and has its origin in Vevey, a little town by Lake Geneva. It dates all the way back to 1819, which means they just recently celebrated their 200-year anniversary. After a few ups and downs (personal and financial), Cailler moved their production from Vevey to their current location in Broc. To learn everything about the history of this family ...

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    The project is expected to be completed by 2025, reports Swiss newspaper "Le Temps." In fact, the plan for this future gourmet destination already has its foundations. Nestlé plans to expand the site of Maison Cailler, where chocolate has been produced for nearly 200 years. Located in Broc, it is the oldest chocolate factory in Switzerland.