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Chestnut Museum of Nun's Valley
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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.

Discover the Museu da Castanha in Curral das Freiras, Madeira. Explore chestnut traditions, history, and flavors in this unique museum. A must-visit for culture and food lovers!

Curral das Freiras (Nuns' Valley)

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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).

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.

€ 1,00 (Must be a €1,00 coin)

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Chestnut Museum of Nun's Valley
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