Laiterie de Belfaux SA

Eggertswyler Michel et Carine

Cheese making in Belfaux

Laiterie de Belfaux is a family-owned dairy established in 1997 in Belfaux, canton Fribourg. The company manufactures artisanal cheeses and dairy products with passion, led by Michel and Julien who oversee production with experienced cheesemakers. Carine and Fanny manage sales operations. The dairy sources milk from 10 contributing farms located within 5 km of the facility, ensuring product quality. Michel Eggertswyler is a fourth-generation Gruyère cheesemaker with over 30 years of experience. The cheese is brined and dry-salted for 48 hours before aging in the dairy's cellar for approximately six weeks, then transferred to affineurs for further maturation. Products are crafted in respect of traditional methods.

Opening times

Closed until 3:00 PM

Monday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Tuesday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Wednesday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Thursday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Friday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Saturday
8:00 to 12:00 / 14:30 to 19:00
Sunday
9:00 to 12:00 / 17:00 to 19:00

Monday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Tuesday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Wednesday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Thursday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Friday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Saturday
8:00 to 12:00 / 14:30 to 19:00
Sunday
9:00 to 12:00 / 17:00 to 19:00

Opening times

Closed until 3:00 PM

Monday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Tuesday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Wednesday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Thursday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Friday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Saturday
8:00 to 12:00 / 14:30 to 19:00
Sunday
9:00 to 12:00 / 17:00 to 19:00

Monday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Tuesday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Wednesday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Thursday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Friday
8:00 to 12:00 / 15:00 to 19:00
Saturday
8:00 to 12:00 / 14:30 to 19:00
Sunday
9:00 to 12:00 / 17:00 to 19:00

Address:

Telephone:
026 475 26 01*

E-Mail:
boutique@laiteriedebelfaux.ch

Website:
https://laiteriedebelfaux.ch

Frequently asked questions about Laiterie de Belfaux SA

Laiterie de Belfaux specializes in Gruyère AOP and other artisanal dairy products, crafted using traditional methods with milk from local farms.
The milk is sourced from 10 contributing farms located within 5 km of the dairy, ensuring quality and freshness of the products.
The cheese spends approximately six weeks aging in the dairy's cellar before being transferred to professional affineurs for further maturation. The 10-month Belfaux Gruyere is dense, creamy, and roasted with savory notes.
Yes, Belfaux Gruyere is made with raw milk from red and black Holstein cows, contributing to its distinctive flavor profile.
You can reach Laiterie de Belfaux at +41 26 475 26 01 or email boutique@laiteriedebelfaux.ch. The dairy is located at Route du Centre 30, 1782 Belfaux. Visit the website at laiteriedebelfaux.ch for more information.

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