Anciennes caves d’affinage du bleu de Laqueuille
Saint-Pierre-le-Chastel
In the forest, in the heart of the Tournebise valley, discover the site of the old cheese cellars of Saint-Pierre-le-Chastel, where Laqueuille blue cheese was matured for nearly a century. A footpath connects the site to the old hamlet of Les Chazaloux.
An exceptional natural site, the ice holes of the Chaîne des Puys retain ice until summer. Around 1840, some were converted into maturing cellars where the production of the famous Laqueuille blue cheese would later be perfected. Stable temperatures, high humidity and local expertise make this a key location in(…)
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Opening hours
From 01/01 to 31/12, daily.
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- Free access.
Comfort, facilities and services
- Parking nearby
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Accès
There are two ways to access the site: park at the start of the ‘Cheire de Tournebise, Les balades de Léa et Tino’ hike (marked with yellow butterflies), follow the trail and you will come across the cellars along the way (after about 2 km). Park near the cellars at the entrance to the forest, go to Rue Bannières and follow the wooden signs marked ‘les caves’.
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Photos: Hélène Viennet, Hélène Viennet, Hélène Viennet, Hélène Viennet, Hélène Viennet, Hélène Viennet
Updated on 25 November 2025 by Office de Tourisme des Combrailles