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Labeled "Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant", with two production sites in Limousin (Limoges and Oradour-sur-Glane) and eight shops in its own name in France and abroad, Bernardaud is the leading manufacturer and exporter of porcelain tableware in France.
Get your hands dirty
In the Bernardaud factory in Limoges, dating back to the origins of the brand in 1863, a circuit presents the different stages of the manufacturing, from the raw material to the finished product. Accompanied by a guide, the visitor is associated in an original way with the techniques and creative gestures of porcelain.
The spirit differs radically from that of a traditional museum: you can touch objects and tools, get your hands dirty. At the end of the route, permanent and temporary exhibitions are to be discovered, such as the presentation of services used by largest tables in the world. It is also an opportunity to visit the factory store and its wide choice of table services and many gift ideas, but also the prestige boutique, with the latest contemporary creations.
Take a guided tour
Immerse yourself in the heart of the fascinating world of porcelain during a guided tour from the Bernardaud factory. Of a period of 1h, this immersive experience will reveal the manufacturing secrets of this precious material, from the raw material to the finished product.
During your visit, you will discover the historic workshops of the factory built in 1863 and attend a demonstration of the unique know-how of porcelain artisans through the enamelling of a piece. From modeling to decoration, including glazing and the many unsuspected steps, you will unravel the mysteries of porcelain and understand why Limoges is renowned throughout the world for its know-how. An accessible and enriching experience for young and old, from 7 to 77 years old!
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