Guided tour of cooperage Allarr
Come and discover the art of cooperage and the respect of tradition and the best workers of France (1986, 1994, 1997, and 2004).
The tour begins with a film providing an introduction to the cooper’s craft.
The guide then takes you to the wood yard, where the staves are matured.
You are then immersed in the heart of the workshop with the coopers. You’ll see how a barrel is
of barrel production, from stave selection and toasting to finishing.
Two types of tour are available when you book your visit:
– TRADITION tour
– PRESTIGE tour
Depending on the tour you choose (large containers, traditional cooperage, art cooperage), you’ll discover several workshops and learn more about the complexity of oak.
Openings
From 01/01 to 25/07.
Open every day except weekends.
From 18/08 to 19/12.
Open every day except weekends.
Clientele and group
Minimum age
5 years
Further information
Event categories
- Guided tour
Themes
- Arts and crafts
Scope of the event
Departmental
Welcome
Spoken languages
- English
- French
Pets welcome
Accepted animals
Refused
Prices
From 01/01 to 25/07/2025
One price: 6 to 15 €.
From 18/08 to 19/12/2025
One price: 6 to 15 €.
Free entry for children < 12 years.
Check, Bank/credit card, Cash, Credit transfer
29 route de Cognac
17520 Archiac
France