Visit to the Pyrenees whetstone workshop

  • Company open to the public
  • Craft
Ancienne fabrique Cuminetti, 09400 Saurat
One of the world's last natural stone factories
This factory is the last in France and one of the last in Europe to produce natural whetstones. It uses both modern and ancient manufacturing techniques (water-polishing, etc.).

Numerous models are available: stones for knives, scissors, pruning shears and also for carpentry.

Open by appointment only.

Reservations required.
The day before at the latest

Services

Services

Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance
Car park
Private parking
Pets welcome
Short leash
Booking obligatory
Themed tour
Tour free of charge
Guided tours

Groups (Max capacity)

Groups (Max capacity)
  • 15 Maximum number of people

Openings

Openings

All year

All year
Tuesday
09:00 - 12:00
14:00 - 17:00

Wednesday
09:00 - 12:00
14:00 - 17:00

Thursday
09:00 - 12:00
14:00 - 17:00

Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on reservation

Location

Location

Visit to the Pyrenees whetstone workshop
Ancienne fabrique Cuminetti, 09400 Saurat

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • French
Updated on 19 September 2024 at 14:54
by Office de Tourisme des Pyrénées Ariégeoises
(Offer identifier : 6530344)
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