Honey Museum

A visit to this museum will enlighten you in a number of ways, including the history of bee-​keeping, a collection of 150 hives, both old and new, French and foreign and a whol heap of beekeeper’s accessories, including smokers, clothing, etc.
There’s time and opportunity to ask questions about the amazing world of bees, and you’ll find out how honey is collected, how royal jelly may help your health, and how propolis may be something you need.
The visit starts off with a look at how honey is produced, beginning with hives made of willow, straw or clay. This is followed by an explanation of the the life story of the bee and how the hive is organised, and how the different products are made.
These include not only honey, royal jelly and propolis, but also sweets in a whole range of flavours, including mint, orange and eucalyptus. In addition, there are ginger bread and candles! Clever things, these bees!
New at the museum is a living hive where you can observe the bees at work, including the queen, recognisable by the red dot on her body!
And it’s here in Gramont that you will find the biggest hive in the world!
With video projections, and a collection of hives brought here from all over the world, plus a shop for you to stock up at, there should be something at this museum for all the family.