Brotherhood of Winegrowers Museum

To better understand the origins of the legendary Winegrowers’ Festival.

The Brotherhood of Winegrowers, whose origins are as mysterious as they are old, has established its headquarters on the first floor of Vevey Castle, a 16th century building, which it owns. The first written traces proving the existence of the Brotherhood go back to the year 1647, but several clues give rise to the supposition that it has existed since the Middle Ages.

While it is primarily known for organising the Fête des Vignerons, an impressive festival that takes place about every 20 years, the main purpose of the Confrérie des Vignerons is to encourage and promote vine growing.

Inside the museum, apart from the meeting room of the Council of the Brotherhood of Winegrowers, a room can be visited exhibiting costumes, engravings and countless objects in connection with past Winegrowers' Festivals. Film excerpts let visitors experience festivals since the beginning of the 20th century. Commented group visits are available on request.

Practical informations

Closed:

- Dec 25
- Jan 1

Name	Musée de la Confrérie des Vignerons
Location	Vevey
Phone	+41 (0) 21 923 87 05
E-mail	confrerie@confreriedesvignerons.ch
Website	http://www.confreriedesvignerons.ch/
Accessibility	More information

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Fete des Vignerons

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Musée de la Confrérie des Vignerons

Musée de la Confrérie des Vignerons

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