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Workshops, museums, galleries, restaurant — it all happens in one place. Come and live the full experience of blown glass, history and creation.
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The dance of fire
Watching glass come to life under the glassmakers' breath is seeing art in action. Free or guided — the choice is yours.
The Glassmakers' Hall
Open to the public since the very beginning, it made La Verrerie de Biot a pioneer of industrial tourism. Like millions of visitors before you, discover the captivating spectacle of the master glassmakers in the Glass Hall. With their expert hands and their magical breath, they shape molten glass and create, before your eyes, carafes, glasses, tealight holders…
Guided tour of the Biot Glassworks
If you'd like to learn more about glass and discover what goes on behind the scenes at La Verrerie de Biot, a guided tours are available in July and August. For any requests outside July–August or for private tours, please contact us: verrerie@verreriebiot.com
Augmented reality tour
Discover on-site the work of our glassmakers and our ecomuseum through an augmented reality experience.
From bubbled glass to luminescent glass, you will discover how our craftsmanship is driven by innovation.
The restaurant at the heart of the workshop site
At the heart of the Glassworks, extend your experience on our large shaded terrace. The ideal spot for a relaxed lunch or a refreshing break after your visit.
Blow your own room
Two experiences await you. One brief and accessible, the other deeper for those who really want to learn.
Option A - The Baptism (Intro)
Introduction to glassblowing
Glassblowing workshop with a master glassmaker
Hours: no booking required, all year round during the Glassworks' opening hours
Duration: approx. 20 min
Price: €68 per person for the blowing session and pickup of your piece from 5 p.m. the next day (or from Tuesday 5 p.m. for weekend sessions)
Option B - The Workshop (Immersion)
The Masterclass
The Ecomuseum runs glassblowing initiation workshops led by a master glassmaker, where you'll learn how to handle the tools and master the techniques of glassblowing.
The workshop takes place over two days — 3 hours on the first day and 4 hours on the second — allowing participants to design and experience every stage of the making process through to the completion of a finished piece.
Price: €980
The Showroom & Boutique
More than a shop, it is an immersion in the diversity of our collections. From tableware to home décor, find the full range of our bubbled glass creations in all our historic shades (Amethyst, Persian Blue, Linden…). Every piece bears the signature of our master glassmakers and partner artists.
The Biot Glass Ecomuseum
A member of the Federation of Ecomuseums and Society Museums, the Biot Glass Ecomuseum is dedicated to preserving and sharing the traditions of glassmaking.
Both a place of conservation and exhibition, but also of life and transmission, the Ecomuseum's mission is to make this craft accessible and to ensure its continuity for years to come.
Bubbled Glass, the unique know-how of La Verrerie de Biot, is fully part of this heritage.
Galerie Internationale du Verre Serge Lechaczynski
A true cultural institution, this gallery hosts the "Verriales" every year — a major international event. It brings together around thirty contemporary artists who push the boundaries of the material around a single theme, sparking a dialogue between ancestral craftsmanship and modern creation.
Access & contact
Opening hours, directions, prices and visit conditions. Take the Antibes Est exit on the A8 motorway.
Summer
Open every day: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. non-stop
Sundays and public holidays: 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Winter - Spring - Autumn
Open every day: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sundays and public holidays: 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Closed
25 December and 1 January
Annual closure from 15 to 27 January inclusive
On-site parking for cars and buses
Wheelchair accessible
Adress
La Verrerie de Biot
Chemin des Combes
06410 BIOT
Phone
+33 4 93 65 03 00
verrerie@verreriebiot.com
FAQ
Find answers to the questions you may have before your visit.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, dogs are welcome at La Verrerie de Biot. We simply ask that they remain on a lead in the galleries and the ecomuseum for everyone's safety.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Yes the site is fully wheelchair accessible.
Is there on-site parking?
Yes, 500 spaces for cars and buses. Parking is free for the first 30 minutes, then €0.50/h.
In addition, parking is free with any purchase of €6 or more. This ensures spaces remain available and secure for our visitors and prevents misuse. Admission remains free.
What are the entry fees?
Admission is free and self-guided. You can watch the glassmakers at work every day during the Glassworks' opening hours.
Do you offer guided tours for groups?
Yes. Please contact us at verrerie@verreriebiot.com for more information and private group bookings.
My glass is broken — can I bring it in for repair?
We do not offer repairs — our pieces are formed while the glass is molten and we cannot reassemble pieces once the product has cooled and been finished.
Can I put hot liquids in your glassware?
No. Our glass is sensitive to thermal shock and is not designed for hot liquids.
Can I put your products in the dishwasher?
For glass and ceramics, yes — but the detergent used must be non-corrosive.
For the acrylic pool range, use the top rack and a low temperature. We do, however, recommend hand washing to preserve its beauty over time.
Do I need to book a glassblowing workshop?
No booking is required.
Duration: approx. 20 min
Price: €68 per person for the blowing session and pickup of your piece can be collected from 5 p.m. the following day (or from Tuesday 5 p.m. for weekend sessions).
Can't find the answer you're looking for?
Contact us directly, we'll be happy to help.
The Glassmakers' Hall
Free entry all year round. Come and watch our master glassmakers at work — no booking required.
Opening hours:
July - August: Every day, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
September to June: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Sundays and public holidays: 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Last recommended entry 30 min before closing to fully enjoy the show.
Guided tour of La Verrerie de Biot
Dive into the history of glass and the secret of the bubble.
Guided tour (July - August):
Price: €9 per adult (free under 6).
Times: 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
No booking required
Duration: Approximately 45 minutes.
Augmented reality tour
By following a trail of QR codes throughout the different areas of the Glassworks, explore the inaccessible behind-the-scenes and the hidden history via your smartphone.
Practical info:
Price: €9 per person (free under 6) / €7 for groups of more than 20
Equipment: Smartphone (headphones recommended).
Languages: Available in 10 languages: French, English, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, Arabic and Russian
No booking required, all year round during the Glassworks' opening hours
Opening hours:
July - August: Every day, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
September to June: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Sundays and public holidays: 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.