Maison de l'Absinthe

Absinthe heritage in Val-de-Travers

Maison de l'Absinthe is an interpretation centre in Môtiers, in Switzerland's Val-de-Travers. It brings together a permanent museum trail, a botanical garden and a tasting bar to explore the region's connection with absinthe. Visitors can discover the museum independently or with a guide, learning about the drink's history, its plants and the people who make it.

Visits, tastings and workshops

The Maison offers visits and tastings as well as hands-on workshops centred on local know-how. Its immersive days combine cultural visits, walks, tastings and meetings with craftspeople, with dates and activities depending on the programme. Group visits and private hire can be arranged; the museum asks groups to make arrangements in advance because capacity is limited.

Swiss absinthe and local products

The shop specialises in Swiss absinthes, including white, green and barrel-aged varieties from producers in and around Val-de-Travers. It also sells tasting glasses, fountains, spoons, books, chocolates and gift sets. The Maison is on Grande Rue in Môtiers; its website provides the current programme, visitor information and shop catalogue.