Chestnut Museum of Nun's Valley
A museum for chestnuts? Yep, on Madeira even nuts get star treatment. Spoiler: no squirrels were harmed in the making of this museum.
Area
Curral das Freiras (Nuns' Valley)
Type
Museum
Entrance Fees
€ 1,00 (Must be a €1,00 coin)
Good To Know
Welcome to the Museu da Castanha in Curral das Freiras, Madeira’s very own Chestnut Museum. Here, the humble chestnut takes center stage, telling stories of tradition, survival, and tasty recipes that kept generations alive in this hidden valley. From ancient tools to quirky facts about chestnut farming, this museum is the perfect pitstop for culture lovers and foodies alike. And yes—you’ll probably leave craving roasted chestnuts (don’t say I didn’t warn you).
Opening Hours
Monday: 09:00 - 18:00
Tuesday: 09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday: 09:00 - 18:00
Thursday: 09:00 - 18:00
Friday: 09:00 - 18:00
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Opening hours may vary on holidays. We recommend that you always call ahead to check if the Musem is open.
Location
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32.720356755454794
-16.964903391446164
Highlights
The only pass you need in paradise
