Green Périgord
Nontron is an essential step in the Périgord Vert, ideal for groups looking to combine heritage, craftsmanship, and nature.
Nestled in the heights of the Bandiat valley, the town offers beautiful views of the wooded landscapes of northern Dordogne.
Renowned for its cutlery expertise, Nontron is inseparable from its famous knife, considered one of the oldest in France. The Coutellerie Nontronnaise allows you to discover this emblematic craft, a blend of traditional gestures, transmission, and contemporary creation.
The historic center, the castle, the Garden of Arts, and the walks around the pond or in the Bandiat valley complete the visit. Between artisanal crafts, green landscapes, and a gentle way of life, Nontron offers an authentic discovery of the Périgord Vert.
Cutlery is at the heart of Nontron's identity. Discovering this know-how allows us to understand the history of the famous Nontron knife, its traditional forms, and the artisanal gestures passed down for several centuries.
An ideal visit for groups, blending living heritage and artisanal crafts.
Dominating the Bandiat valley, the Château de Nontron is one of the city's historical landmarks. Today associated with arts and crafts and local cultural life, it recalls the importance of Nontron as a heritage and artisanal town in the Périgord Vert. Its surroundings also offer beautiful viewpoints over the town and the surrounding landscapes.
The pond of Nontron is a pleasant place for a quiet break. Whether for a walk, a picnic, or simply a moment of relaxation, it allows you to enjoy an accessible natural setting close to the town, and it complements a visit focused on heritage and craftsmanship very well.
Created on the former castle grounds, the Garden of Arts overlooks the Bandiat valley. It combines a promenade, vegetation, and contemporary creations in an original setting, arranged in terraces.
It's an interesting step, between nature, viewpoint, and artistic discovery.
The paths allow you to discover the lush green landscapes of Périgord Vert, between woods, gentle hills, and rural heritage.
A simple way to extend your city visit with nature time.
Near Nontron, the Périgord-Limousin Regional Nature Park invites you to explore preserved nature, authentic villages, and varied landscapes.
It's an ideal setting for incorporating a hike, a nature outing, or a broader exploration of the northern Dordogne.
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