"How do you want to govern a country where there are 258 varieties of cheese?" This famous phrase attributed to General de Gaulle is far from the truth! In France, the types of cheese are countless: first, because they are constantly evolving, and above all, because the creativity of producers knows no bounds!

This guide aims to pay tribute to them by selecting the rarest and most unusual cheeses from across the country, from the peaks of the Pyrenees to the volcanic caves of Auvergne, passing by the Atlantic Ocean, the Corsican maquis, and many other places rich in history.

From the smelliest cheese in the world to one named after a song by the Charlots, discover cheeses you have probably never heard of... and especially their stories! Whether you are passionate or a novice, you will uncover manufacturing secrets, unexpected flavors, and incredible anecdotes about an essential part of French cuisine.