Musee du Champignon
Museums
Speciality Museums
Attraction
About
The Musée du Champignon in Saumur, France, is a troglodyte museum that proudly holds the largest mushroom collection in Europe. Visitors wander through subterranean galleries where 250+ species of wild and cultivated fungi are displayed, each with amusing names. The highlights include the troglodyte cave rooms and an educational workshop area where children can learn how to grow their own mushrooms. The museum offers guided tours in French and English, and admission is available for solo visitors, families, and groups. With excellent parking, wheelchair accessibility and a charming picnic terrace, the museum makes for a fun family outing in the Loire Valley.
Highlights
- Largest Mushroom Collection
- Troglodyte Cave Rooms
- Interactive Workshops
Must-See Areas
Troglodyte Caves
Mushroom Nursery
Good to Know
Good for
Families
Young Learners
Museum Enthusiasts
Pros & Cons
What visitors love
- Unique Setting
- Diverse Collection
- Family Friendly
Things to consider
- Crowds in Peak Season
- Limited Hours in Winter
What people are saying
"Educational""Atmospheric"
At a glance
- Typical visit: about 2 hours