New £379 million chocolate-themed tourist park to open in Europe

WorldTravel
8 Apr 2026 • 9:42 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • A £379 million chocolate-themed tourist park is set to open in Broc, Switzerland, at the historic Callier chocolate factory.
  • The attraction aims to promote the unique cultural and industrial heritage of the site, which is the world's oldest operating chocolate factory and a recognised heritage site.
  • Visitors will experience a journey through cocoa cultivation, a reconstructed production line, and cooking workshops led by master chocolatiers, culminating in a tasting at the Chocolate Emporium.
  • Subject to planning permission, investors anticipate opening the first phase by 2030 and expect to welcome up to one million visitors annually.
  • The project, which includes an amendment to the Local Development Plan and ten building permit applications, is currently undergoing public consultation.

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