Chèvrerie du Brabant is a small family-run goat farm at the Col du Brabant above La Bresse. A visit lasts about one hour and includes time with the goats and kids, maize to feed them, explanations about the farm, milking at around 5:30 pm and a tasting of cheese made on site.
2026 opening hours
| Period | Opening days | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 4 July to 31 August 2026 | Sunday to Friday, closed Saturday | 3 pm to 7 pm |
| 1 September to 16 October 2026 | Tuesday to Saturday | 3 pm to 7 pm |
Opening follows the goats’ natural cycle and may change. Always check the farm’s live opening calendar before setting off.
Prices and booking
The operator’s visit page lists:
- €3 per person when paying on site;
- €2.50 per person with advance online booking;
- free entry for children under 2.
Booking gives you priority when visitor numbers are limited, particularly in poor weather. It is recommended for everyone and required for groups of more than 10.
Book a visit on the official website
What happens during the visit?
The programme follows the working rhythm of the farm:
- from 3 pm, the goats return from the pasture when conditions allow;
- visitors can enter the goat and kid area and feed them maize supplied by the farm;
- the farmer explains breeding and cheese-making throughout the visit;
- at around 5:30 pm, children may help with milking;
- the visit ends with cheese tasting and the opportunity to buy from the farm shop.
This is a working farm rather than an animal park, so timing may be adjusted for the weather and the herd’s welfare.
Address, access and contact
Address: 5 chemin du Haut des Bouchaux, Col du Brabant, 88250 La Bresse.
Some satnavs suggest unsuitable tracks. The farm advises entering Col du Brabant first; the goat farm is then signposted about 200 metres away.
Telephone: +33 3 29 25 66 16.
Pets are not admitted to the farm. The tourist office lists bank cards, cheques and cash as accepted payment methods.
Cheese made on the farm
The cheeses use milk from the farm’s own herd and are made and matured on site. Taste them during the visit, then take your favourites back to your chalet in La Bresse.
More ideas around La Bresse
Pair the visit with our guide to farm inns around La Bresse, farmhouse Munster cheese or family activities in La Bresse.
Information checked on 11 July 2026 against the Chèvrerie du Brabant website and the La Bresse tourist office listing.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Chèvrerie du Brabant opening hours in summer 2026?
From 4 July to 31 August 2026, the farm is open from 3 pm to 7 pm Sunday to Friday and closed on Saturday. From 1 September to 16 October, it opens from 3 pm to 7 pm Tuesday to Saturday. Check the official calendar before travelling.
How much does the goat farm visit cost?
The farm's detailed price page lists €3 per person when paying on site or €2.50 with advance online booking. Children under 2 enter free. Prices may change.
What time are the goats milked?
Milking takes place at around 5:30 pm and children may take part depending on the conditions that day. The goats usually return to the barn from around 3 pm when the weather allows them into the pasture.
Do I need to book?
Booking is recommended because booked visitors have priority and a guaranteed place when capacity is limited. Groups of more than 10 people must book.
Where is Chèvrerie du Brabant?
The address is 5 chemin du Haut des Bouchaux, Col du Brabant, 88250 La Bresse. To avoid unsuitable tracks suggested by some satnavs, enter Col du Brabant first.
Can I buy goat cheese at the farm?
Yes. The cheeses are made and matured on site using milk from the farm's herd. Tasting is included in the visit and the farm shop sells produce during opening hours.