Glass and crystal factory of la Rochère
These glassworks were founded in 1475 by the squire and gentleman glassmaker Simon de Thysac. They are located on the edge of the extensive forest of Darney, where all the raw materials for glassmaking can be found.
Creativity and innovation flow freely her, making this Franche-Comté establishment one of the most highly reputed in the world.
A Japanese-style garden is also situated on the grounds.
Open every day (Sundays and public holidays: afternoons only).
-21 March to 30 September: 10am to 12pm and 2.30pm to 6pm.
-1 October to 31 December: 2pm to 5.30pm.
Closed on 25 December.
EVENTS :
-4, 5 and 6 April 2026 (Easter) from 10am to 12pm and from 2pm to 6pm.
-11 and 12 April: Journées des Métiers d'Art, 10am to 12pm and 2pm to 6pm.
-4 July to 30 August: Gallery exhibition, from 3pm to 5.30pm
-19th and 20th Sept. European Heritage Days, 10am to 12pm and 2pm to 6pm.
-Salon des Antiquaires: 10 and 11 Oct.
-Special Christmas weekends: 28 and 29 November, 5, 6, 12, 13 December 2026: 10am to 12pm and 2pm to 5.30pm.
Hand glassmaking workshop:
-21 March to 30 April: 10am to 12pm and 2pm to 4.30pm.
-2 May to 30 September: 10am to 12pm and 2pm to 5.30pm.
-1 to 31 October: 2pm to 4.30pm.
Closed on Sundays and public holidays.
