Museo del Parmigiano-Reggiano
Museum of the Parmigiano Reggiano production chain in the Church of the Capuchins in Fontevivo, with over 150 historical objects, copper cauldrons and graters.
Have only individual sections read aloud
About the museum
The Museo del Parmigiano-Reggiano is part of the circuit of the Musei del Cibo (Food Museums) of the Province of Parma. On 13 June 2026 it moved to the Church of the Capuchins in Fontevivo, a 17th-century building a few steps from the Cistercian abbey. It was precisely the Cistercian monks who, through land reclamation, water management and agricultural organisation, created in the Middle Ages the conditions for the development of the cheese.
The new display presents over 150 historical objects, documents, period images and digital installations. The side chapels of the church structure the sections: the territory, the transport of milk, the cheesemaker’s tools, butter and the copper cauldrons placed in the apse, the promotion of the product with a film from 1948, the collection of graters, maturing, marketing and the role of the Consortium.
A large immersive video projection shows production yesterday and today. Guided tastings, educational workshops and activities for families are planned.
Highlights
- 17th-century Capuchin church in Fontevivo
- Ancient copper cauldrons in the apse
- Collection of graters and chipping knives (coltelli scagliatori)
- Immersive video projection on production
- Audio guides in five languages and a kids’ route
Permanent exhibition
- Percorso espositivo nella Chiesa dei Cappuccini – Route along the Parmigiano Reggiano production chain, from the meadows to maturing and marketing, with over 150 historical objects.
- Founded
- 2003
- Operated by
- Musei del Cibo – Provincia di Parma
- Visitors per year
- approx. 4,443
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €5 |
|---|---|
| Reduced | €4Groups of at least 15 people, adults over 65 and holders of partner agreements |
| Children & teens | €3free up to age 5 · School rate of €3 for students aged 6 to 18; free admission under 6. |
| Seniors | €4Over 65s. |
| Visitors with disabilities | freecompanion free · Free admission for people with disabilities and one companion. |
| Students & apprentices | €3School rate for students aged 6 to 18, and for students of the University of Parma with a Student Card. |
| Groups (15+ people) | €4 per personGroups of at least 15 people. |
| Families | €10For two adults and all children, with no limit on the number of children; includes the “Museo Quiz” card. |
| Experience ticket with a taste of Parmigiano Reggiano | €6Supplement of €1 on the full-price ticket. |
| Musei del Cibo Card (valid for one year) | €15One entry to each of the Musei del Cibo. |
Free admission also for teachers and group leaders, journalists and classes from the schools of the Comune di Soragna (booking compulsory). Tickets can be bought online.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: no information
- 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 website only indicates free admission for people with disabilities and one companion.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 5 |
|---|---|
| Family ticket | €10 · For two adults and all children, with no limit on the number of children; includes the “Museo Quiz” card. |
- Family tours & workshops
- Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide
Family ticket, “Museo Quiz” card, kids’ route with podcast, educational workshops and family activities.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Extra-urban line Parma–Fontanellato–Soragna–Busseto from Parma railway station (timetables on tep.pr.it).
By car from Parma: Tangenziale Nord towards the west (Piacenza), Fontanellato–Fontevivo exit, then follow the signs for Fontevivo.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Museum shop
Museum Shop with publications, tableware and typical products, open during museum hours.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
|---|---|
| Audio guide | yes (IT, EN, FR, DE, ES) |
| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Guided tours for groups by reservation: €25 for groups of fewer than 12 people, or €2 per person for groups of 12 to 25, in addition to the ticket. Audio guides are also available via QR code, and a podcast for the kids’ route. Small dogs are admitted on a lead; a dog-sitting service is available, to be booked at least 24 hours in advance. Bookings: +39 0521 1627213 or prenotazioni.parmigiano@museidelcibo.it. |
