Maison des Johnnies et de l’Oignon de Roscoff

About the museum

From the mid-19th century, the Johnnies, onion sellers, left Roscoff every summer to sell their goods in Great Britain. Their name comes from “petit John.”

The museum is housed in a small traditional Breton farmhouse near the port. It retraces the Johnnies’ journey across the Channel and presents the Roscoff pink onion, known for its color and its mild, sweet taste. The lively, modern route uses photographs and films. It also covers the production of the Roscoff onion, which obtained the AOC in 2009 and the AOP in 2013.

In summer, guided tours and events complement the self-guided visit. An onion festival is held in August.

Highlights

• History of the Johnnies, Roscoff onion sellers who traveled to Great Britain
• Small traditional Breton farmhouse near the port
• Lively route with photographs and films
• Production of the Roscoff onion, AOC since 2009 and AOP since 2013

Permanent exhibition

• Les Johnnies et l’oignon de Roscoff – Photographs, films and staging tell the story of the Roscoff onion sellers and the production of the pink onion, first as an AOC, then as an AOP.

Admission & discounts

A preferential rate applies during the onion festival.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

The Finistère tourism portal indicates access for people with reduced mobility.

Kids & families

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Getting there & parking

The museum is located near the port of Roscoff.

Amenities & dining

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Events & venue rental

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