Events calendar Périgord Vert

Nontron has a long tradition of knife making. Every year the oldest knife in France is celebrated. More than 100 exhibitors are waiting for you during this weekend; cutlers, craftsmen, creators and retailers from all over the world. You will discover their practices, their techniques, their creativity. A dozen workshops will take place over the two days and will delight children and adults alike: forging, flint knapping, engraving on handles and blades, etc. An opportunity to acquire an authentic Nontron knife.

listed as part of France's inventory of intangible cultural heritage, the Brantôme carnival keeps the tradition of the Occitan carnival alive. In the run-up to Easter, the carnival is traditionally a time for feasting and merrymaking before the Lenten season. Today, the dates are more widespread in Brantôme, as they are in Périgueux, Nontron with the Soufflaculs, Bergerac, Sarlat and other towns. Make-up, fancy dress, singing and dancing, before setting fire to the vile carnival man known as Pétassou. It's all in good fun, and confetti is the order of the day.

If you love plants and flowers, you shouldn't miss the Floralies organised in the spring, the weekend after 8 May: a splendour! The already rich heritage of the village is magnified by the floral decorations and the stands of the nurserymen. Every year, for more than 30 years, the village has organised this spring event which attracts about sixty exhibitors and thousands of visitors, enthusiasts from all over. Your eyes will thank you for the detour.