Discovery tour of the mulberry moth at Brochier Soieries - Old Lyon
16 rue du Bœuf La Tour Rose - 69005 Lyon 5ème
At the foot of the Pink Tower, in the heart of the Old Lyon, from MAY to NOVEMBER, Brochier Soieries opens the doors to its educational mini silkworm farm for free. Discover the life cycle of the silkworm, from the hatching of caterpillars to butterflies.
Last updated date : 11/04/2025
From 01/05 to 15/11/2025
daily.
Discovery tour of the mulberry moth at Brochier Soieries - Old Lyon
16 rue du Bœuf La Tour Rose - 69005 Lyon 5ème
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From May to November, depending on the mulberry season (availability of mulberry leaves at the Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon), you can see for yourself the natural and living process of making this wonderful silk thread.
The complete cycle can be seen beginning with mid-June, from the hatching of the caterpillars to the spinning of the cocoons and the exit of the butterflies from the cocoons, passing through the 5 stages of the silkworm and even unwinding cocoons.
Visits are free of reservation and free of charge during store hours, except during guided tours (closed curtains).
Free guided tours for individuals or groups of up to 15 people by reservation only at [email protected].
Spoken languages: French, English, Italian.
Bombyx eggs are available on request for educational breeding at home or in schools. They can also be ordered on the website in April and in September: https://www.brochiersoieriesvieuxlyon.com/le-ver-a-soie.
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Openings
- From 01/05 to 15/11/2025, daily.
Prices
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Free of charge. All guided tours are free.
To book a guided tour, please contact [email protected]
Donation of Bombyx eggs on request for educational breeding at home or in school. For further information: https://www.brochiersoieriesvieuxlyon.com/le-ver-a-soie.
Accessibility
- Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance
- Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs
- Even flooring with no obstacles
- Incline >5% but reasonable
Additional information
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Before any visit, please contact us at
09 81 83 18 70 or [email protected].
Pets allowed on leash.
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