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The Maison Cailler tour was absolutely fantastic - I'd highly recommend it for both children and adults. The first stage is a trip through history - a series of themed rooms with moving props and excellent narration (it looked like there were almost a dozen languages available). The second stage was a self-guided area where you can listen to stories from those involved in the production of Cailler chocolate. There were also stations around the room to see, smell, and touch the different ingredients used. Next you could see an example assembly line in action, with thorough descriptions, and you were given chocolates fresh from that line at the end of the hall. You could watch the factory workers active in a larger room following that, though they were only working on one type of chocolate when we were there. Following that, there was a hallway that gave step by step instructions on how to 'properly' taste test a small chocolate bar - it was great to slow down and really enjoy the experience. But that wasn't the end - the final room was a surprise - LOTS of chocolate varieties to taste test, so much that we were a bit overloaded and didn't try every one. Maison Cailler also had an option to make your own chocolate, but that was a bit pricey for our family, but we could see the 'chocolatiers in training' through a glass window having a lot of fun. This was probably the best tour of this type we've ever been on!

Kyle FriesenKyle Friesen

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It is an amazing chocolate journey and after visiting this museum you will know almost all the basic information about a chocolate production line. Cailier is one of the few chocolate producers using fresh milk for producing their chocolates. Keep in mind that you have to probably stand in a line before checking-in 😌 They have multi lingual voice-guides(French, German, English, Italian, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Chinese and …) that you receive at the entrance(after check in). You can buy tickets at the place and if you are a student , don’t forget your student card to get off on tickets! (Tickets are 15 CHF for adults, 12CHF for students and 5 CHF for children between 6 to 15 years. Children from 0 to 5 years have free entry) Thanks to it‘s amazing ways of introduction, you will never get tired of the museum. You can taste, feel and touch the chocolate and its ingredients. There are lots of samples and fresh cooked chocolates that you can taste for free. At the end of the museum you can go to the shop and buy some products and also you can go and enjoy the coffee shop.( you can also see this part before entering the museum). You can visit the museum everyday from 10 am till 6 pm. They have some other good facilities such as free parking, charging station and free wifi, playground and luggage lockers. Keep in mind that no pets are allowed!

Mobin YoushinMobin Youshin

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In my very honest opinion, from the very start at the ticketing counter, cafe, museum entrance and the shop. At EVERY single instance (yes all of the station I have passed by) the staffs have been very friendly and approachable. I feel very welcomed and they answered my questions. Staffs were also very proactive in sharing the store campaigns and the kind of chocolates that they have. Customer service is great unlike other boutique brands. Atmosphere was joyful for everyone. Definitely will be one of my places to go to. I took a longer time in the shop as my sister's dog could not go in and we needed to rotate. That is understandable as the items can be damaged if the dog is not behaving. But good thing I was not questioned for lingering around the shop for too long. My favorite chocolate would be the dark almond chocolate 200g (dark red packaging) and the purple box lemon flavoured one. Highly recommend to buy the cacao drink as those are not readily available. The only thing I hoped for is an extended chocolate flavours of all the selection they have so that we can choose which to buy back as gifts. Maybe add an extra premium for this tour I believe many will be glad to pay more.

BenBen

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Maison Cailler was at a bit of a distance and three train changes from where I was putting up in Switzerland. But I went there on a friend's recommendation. And boy, am I glad that I did. They push you into a audio visual tour the moment you walk in. The whole experience is fun and informative. The tour begins with 6-7 rooms having displays, photos, etc., telling us about cocoa beans and it's conversion to chocolate. Nestle plugs it's brand a number of times but that's to be expected. Then you enter a hall where you get to touch, smell and feel the various ingredients of chocolate, like cocoa beans, hazelnut, vanilla, almonds, etc. Kudos to the organisers that they can make such a simple thing so interesting. You then proceed to a machine which is making and packing chocolates, right in front of your eyes. My daughter's were very impressed by this. After a brief glimpse at the factory you are taken to a chocolate tasting room. Here you can sample / taste chocolates from about 10 of their product lines. I went through about five and my stomach became absolutely full. The verdict: A fun filled and novel experience. Kids will surely love it. So go for the same.

Mitesh SanghaniMitesh Sanghani

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This was a lot of fun. You get a history lesson on where chocolate came from and how it developed over time into the treat that we know today. Then you get an interactive look at the different ingredients that go into Cailler’s products. We were able to touch and smell the ingredients themselves and learn the basics of how they are combined to make different kinds of chocolate treats. There is also a machine that turns raw materials into their simplest treat so you can get a sense of the process. I’m not sure what some other posts are talking about but this is a full functioning chocolate factory and YES, you do get to see the factory floor, although you can’t walk among the machines because of sanitary requirements. The chocolate tasting at the end is impressive, with several displays of different treats with the ingredients that went into each. And yep, you can gorge on as much as you want! Highly recommended. It makes for a great tour stop, or you can just show up on your own. From Bern it’s about 1.5 hours by train. Be aware that the factory is located in a rural area without much in the way of restaurants or other facilities.

Tom XTom X

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Visit mid-september. Who can resist these charming chocolate teddy bears? 🐻✨ A visit to the Maison Cailler promises tasty delights and unforgettable family moments. Children and parents were amazed!! Story-teller with good smells and unbelievable 🍫 time!!! And knowing that chocolate can make you happier? Can resist anymore 🍫🍫🍬🍪🧋💫💫!!! Come and enjoy the sweetness! A visit for all ages, ideally for those who take life on the bright side! I would say that it is the visit of the Maison Cailler with the extra bonus of good chocolates. It is not the visit of the Louvre. The works of art are in your childhood memories or those that you would add to those of your children!!! Check the availability of slots before coming. We opted for a ticket purchase on site, and had to "wait" 45 minutes - waiting is a big word when you have the cafeteria with good hot chocolate, a small cinema room 🎥 with the screening of a film on the Maison Cailler. We did not even have time to watch because we were lost in the chocolate shop 😅😅😅. But it is better to buy tickets online. The museum is very popular and I understand that 😁😁😅😁😁

Ando RANDRIAMASYAndo RANDRIAMASY

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