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Camping l\u2019Eden de la Vanoise<\/a> lets you discover the countless attractions of Savoie<\/strong>, in the French Alps<\/strong>. As well as the entertainment and comfortable rentals, this 3-star campsite is the ideal base for discovering one of the region’s culinary specialities<\/strong>: Beaufort cheese<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The history of Beaufort<\/h2>\n

The pride of the Beaufortain natural region<\/strong>, Beaufort has a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages, in the mountainous region of Savoie<\/strong>. The idea of making this delicious cheese came from local monks, who were looking for a clever way to preserve and use the surplus milk from their Tarine and Abondance cows. Over time, this cooked pressed cheese<\/strong> became a pillar of the local economy, with production methods passed down from generation to generation.<\/p>\n

However, at the beginning of the 20th century, Beaufort production was threatened by modern techniques. Fortunately, thanks to the efforts of cheesemakers and measures to protect its quality and authenticity, Beaufort enjoyed a revival. In 1968, Beaufort was awarded AOP (Protected Designation of Origin)<\/strong> status, guaranteeing the geographical origin and traditional production method of the cheese.<\/p>\n