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.
- 23 March to 30 September: 10am - 12pm and 2.30pm - 6pm.
- 1 October to 31 December: 2.30pm - 5.30pm.
Closed on 25 December.
Special events :
- 30, 31 March and 1 April (Easter) 10-12pm and 2-5.30pm
- 14 and 15 September (Heritage), 10-12pm and 2-5.30pm.
- Salon des Antiquaires: 12 and 13 October 10-12pm and 2-5.30pm
- Special Christmas weekends: 30 November and 1, 7, 8 December: 1.30-5pm.
The master glassmakers work every day from Monday to Saturday, except Sundays and public holidays:
- 23 March to 30 April: 10am - 12pm and 2pm - 4.30pm
- 2 May to 30 September: 10am-12pm and 2pm-5.30pm
- 1 October to 6 November: 2pm - 4.30pm
- Special Christmas weekends: 30 November and 1, 7 and 8 December: 10am-12pm and 1.30pm-5pm.
