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Parc naturel régional Jura vaudois - In Petit-Boutavant, Vaulion, there is strength in unity. As pioneers of organic farming and direct sales, the Rempe and Viande families sell their delicious sheep’s-milk cheeses and pastries at markets across the region.
Driven by their desire for independence, Luc and Colette Rempe joined forces with Pascal Viande nearly twenty years ago to run the Bergerie du Petit-Boutavant in Vaulion. The trio set about rearing sheep and producing organic farmhouse cheeses. Joined by Aloïs Rempe, Luc and Colette’s son, their range of products was expanded to include a wide variety of pastries. Through hard work and a firm belief in their way of life, those who were once considered a bit of an odd lot have certainly managed to make a name for themselves!
After buying and completely renovating this mountain pasture at an altitude of over 1,000 metres, they found their balance by sharing out the tasks and the income. Pascal Viande oversees the rearing of the ewes and milk production, Luc Rempe is in charge of cheese-making, whilst Aloïs bakes certified pastries, all bearing the ‘Produit des parcs suisses’ label. The charismatic former president of the Marché paysan association swears by direct sales, and the two couples are enjoying great success at markets across the region.
CLOSED This scenic trail connects Vaulion to Croy, passing through Romainmôtier along the Nozon river. It features 12 stations explaining the role of water, while interactive modules and a treasure hunt delight children.
All season
Bergerie du Petit Boutavant
Route de la Busine 4
1325 Vaulion
T +41 (0)21 843 30 45
Mobile +41 (0)78 213 65 41
lepetitboutavant.ch
