Prune Farm and Museum Discover the prune in a different way in Lot et Garonne

The Prune Farm and Museum in Lafitte sur Lot

A must-see place in Lot et Garonne

On the banks of the Lot between Tonneins and Villeneuve-sur-Lot The Prune Farm and Museum. The arrival is made by crossing the plum orchard which changes completely depending on the seasons. White as snow in spring, a bright green afterwards and filled with purple plums in summer.

The visit is done in 3 stages:

• The first stage takes place in a 300m2 museum. Equipped with an audio guide (in French, English or Dutch) you will be told the history of the prune and its cultivation from the 12th century to today. As for the children, they are equipped to go on an adventure and become a 19th century prune grower for a mission.
• Then will follow a video to see today's work on the 4 seasons because at the Prune Museum we don't work for plums. Vanessa and Fabrice, above all producers, will explain all the steps so that this pretty juicy and purple plum becomes a soft prune.
• In order to answer the questions and especially because you will have been salivating since the beginning, the visit ends with a tasting. Everything is good, whether it is the natural prune or the chocolate and of course the alcohol. The prune comes in all forms. It's like in the pig, everything is good in the prune, nothing is thrown away.

Prunes can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. They are even used to make cosmetics. The shop is full of plum products that everyone will want, as well as products from neighboring friends.

And the Prune Farm and Museum is also La Guinguette du Lot:

Located in an idyllic setting on the banks of the Lot, the Guinguette du Lot welcomes you this summer for unforgettable moments of relaxation, gourmet food and conviviality. Enjoy our warm atmosphere while savoring homemade dishes with local and seasonal products. Whether you come for a meal with family, friends or an evening of music, the Guinguette du Lot is the perfect place to have a good time.
Our menu offers duck burgers, prune ketchup, quiches, salads with seasonal vegetables. Everything is homemade (even the ice creams and desserts) and only with products from our neighbors, perfect to satisfy all tastes. Discover gourmet recipes, artisanal drinks and fresh juices to sip by the water.
New this year 2025: Weekend brunches (by reservation)

The guinguette will be open every day from 9am in July and August as well as on Monday, Friday and Saturday evenings. Musical entertainment planned on Friday evenings, but also theme evenings. Do not hesitate to ask for the program.

To reach this family farm, it is possible to come by car, by bike (Accueil Vélo) or by boat (via the Lot). For those who want to stay longer, the farm has a campervan area.

Possibility on site to take the gourmet pass to visit in addition to the Prune Museum, the Maison de la Noisette and the Foie Gras Museum.

This labyrinth is open in July - August and what an adventure!!! Sown every year for 25 years, several generations have already worn out their soles.

There is something for all ages, from 3 years old.

The corn is about 2 meters tall, so it is thick and you quickly lose your bearings. Equipped with a

plan (or not) you will have to find the puzzles to solve on the theme of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory this year. You will accompany Simba and his friends on his journey to become the Lion King. As it is the Prune Museum , a test on the theme awaits you there, a clue you need breath ... By advancing on the path and turning and returning, the thread is lost. Traps at every turn and it is impossible not to fall into them. At the exit a surprise awaits the children even if all the puzzles are not solved. On Monday evening possibility of doing the torchlight maze (last departure 10 p.m.), it is interesting to eat on site before, in order to gain strength on the pretty terrace of the Guinguette du Lot, where everything is homemade with local and seasonal products. (burger, quiche, salad, at the farm)

You should allow a good hour for each activity. It is advisable to spend a whole day at the Pruneau farm and museum. The setting on the banks of the Lot is very pleasant and relaxing. There are even armchairs to sit in the sun.

The welcome is so warm that you feel like you're at home! Real moments of conviviality, discovery and fun await you!!