An olfactory investigation at the heart of ou mediation space.

Join Yves Lottaz, aromatologist, and our mediation team to test the sensitivity of your sense of smell. The goal? Identify seven natural extracts – bark, spices, or seeds– and discover the plants from which they come.

As you examine the bottles, you will learn to recognize the molecules that define a plant's identity and discover how these plants are represented in our collections. Once you have gathered all seven clues, mixing them together will reveal a famous aroma that is part of our everyday lives.

Combining scientific research, herbarium specimens, and the art of perfumery, this workshop is open to all and explores the close ties we have with the world's plant heritage.

World Wildlife Day 2026
“Medicinal and aromatic plants: preserving health, heritage, and livelihoods” .