In the Bois-Salair forest, just outside the village of Fontaine-Daniel, lies the Orthodox Monastery of the Nativity of the Mother of God.
Come and discover the secrets of medicinal and aromatic plants in a practical and rewarding workshop. You'll learn :
- the basics of growing and harvesting plants,
- the importance of the right harvesting stage
- traditional drying techniques,
- as well as their uses in cooking and their health benefits.
On the programme:
- Guided tour and exclusive access to the drying room
- Demonstrations in the field
- Distribution of a kit of educational leaflets for each of the 4 plants covered
Reminder to wear: shoulders and legs covered.
Places are limited - Booking essential at the Mayenne Co Tourist Office.
- the basics of growing and harvesting plants,
- the importance of the right harvesting stage
- traditional drying techniques,
- as well as their uses in cooking and their health benefits.
On the programme:
- Guided tour and exclusive access to the drying room
- Demonstrations in the field
- Distribution of a kit of educational leaflets for each of the 4 plants covered
Reminder to wear: shoulders and legs covered.
Places are limited - Booking essential at the Mayenne Co Tourist Office.
Rates
Rates
Single adult
From 18€
Single child
From 15€
Payment methods
Payment methods
Payment methods
Bank card
Cheques and giro cheques
Holiday cheques
CashOpening times
Opening times
On 19 July 2025
- 10:00 at 12:00
Location
Location
Contact ATELIER DECOUVERTE DES PLANTES AROMATIQUES ET MEDICINALES - MONASTERE DE BOIS SALAIR
