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Spend an hour in a 20-hectare organic walnut orchard near Cognac led by local guides, tasting award-winning virgin walnut oil and exploring family-run farms. Ideal for food lovers, families, and anyone curious about small-batch agronomy.
Spend an hour in a 20-hectare organic walnut orchard near Cognac led by local guides, tasting award-winning virgin walnut oil and exploring family-run farms. Ideal for food lovers, families, and anyone curious about small-batch agronomy.
You step from a shaded lane into an orchard that smells faintly of earth and toasted nut, the canopy above moving like a patient crowd. Guides Cécile or Dorothée meet you beside a low stone wall and lead the way through rows of walnut trees; the trunks are broad, the leaves filtering the late-morning light into a green map on the ground.
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Operated by LA NOYERAIE DES BORDERIES · Cognac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
You step from a shaded lane into an orchard that smells faintly of earth and toasted nut, the canopy above moving like a patient crowd. Guides Cécile or Dorothée meet you beside a low stone wall and lead the way through rows of walnut trees; the trunks are broad, the leaves filtering the late-morning light into a green map on the ground.
This is a 20-hectare organic orchard with roughly 2,500 trees where traditional Charentais nut cultivation meets small-scale production. The farm presses artisan virgin walnut oil in an onsite workshop and has been recognized with AVPA medals in 2024 and 2025 — a nod to both the terroir and technique. The visit pairs a short, guided walk with a tasting of oils and other local products, and it sits a five-minute stroll from the Desrentes family's Pineau and Cognac offerings and about ten minutes by car from the Abbey of Fontdouce.
Practicalities are straightforward: the core experience is about 60 minutes, wheelchair- and stroller-friendly, and tailored for private groups. Kids find the orchard riddles and games bar engaging, while adults can linger in the shaded relaxation area or shop a stall of over 20 Charentais producers.
For best results, book a morning slot to capture cooler air and clearer aromas, bring comfortable shoes for uneven orchard paths, and leave space in your luggage for purchases — the oil is dense and concentrated, a little goes a long way. Respect the trees and pack out any waste; the farm runs as a living production site, not a museum.
The guided tasting visit is about 60 minutes, but visitors are welcome to stay longer to walk, relax in the shade, or shop.
Yes — the farm notes that all public areas and surfaces are wheelchair- and stroller-accessible.
Yes — there is a local produce shop offering more than 20 Charentais producers and artisans; bottles and seasonal items are available to purchase.
Yes — there are kid-friendly activities including a puzzle/riddle course in the orchard and a games bar with tabletop and outdoor options.
LA NOYERAIE DES BORDERIES operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step from a shaded lane into an orchard that smells faintly of earth and toasted nut, the canopy above moving like a patient crowd. Guides Cécile or Dorothée meet you beside a low stone wall and lead the way through rows of walnut trees; the trunks are broad, the leaves filtering the late-morning light into a green map on the ground.
You step from a shaded lane into an orchard that smells faintly of earth and toasted nut, the canopy above moving like a patient crowd. Guides Cécile or Dorothée meet you beside a low stone wall and lead the way through rows of walnut trees; the trunks are broad, the leaves filtering the late-morning light into a green map on the ground.
This is a 20-hectare organic orchard with roughly 2,500 trees where traditional Charentais nut cultivation meets small-scale production. The farm presses artisan virgin walnut oil in an onsite workshop and has been recognized with AVPA medals in 2024 and 2025 — a nod to both the terroir and technique. The visit pairs a short, guided walk with a tasting of oils and other local products, and it sits a five-minute stroll from the Desrentes family's Pineau and Cognac offerings and about ten minutes by car from the Abbey of Fontdouce.
Practicalities are straightforward: the core experience is about 60 minutes, wheelchair- and stroller-friendly, and tailored for private groups. Kids find the orchard riddles and games bar engaging, while adults can linger in the shaded relaxation area or shop a stall of over 20 Charentais producers.
For best results, book a morning slot to capture cooler air and clearer aromas, bring comfortable shoes for uneven orchard paths, and leave space in your luggage for purchases — the oil is dense and concentrated, a little goes a long way. Respect the trees and pack out any waste; the farm runs as a living production site, not a museum.
