Fabrication des Fourches de Sauve (Gard) : Savoir‑Faire Ancestral en Occitanie

Discover a unique craft in France: the making of the famous Sauve pitchforks in the Gard region. In this exclusive report, we delve into the heart of a centuries-old artisanal tradition, where hackberry wood is meticulously shaped to create robust, elegant pitchforks steeped in history. In Sauve, this expertise has been documented since the 12th century, when the inhabitants already mastered the art of cultivating and carving pitchforks from hackberry wood. Over time, this technique became a true local heritage, to the point that a royal decree in the 16th century granted the people of Sauve the exclusive right to their manufacture. Even today, this ancestral craft endures and continues to fascinate with its precision and authenticity. In this film, you will discover: 🌳 The cultivation of the hackberry tree, an emblematic tree of the Gard region 🪵 The pruning and shaping techniques passed down from generation to generation 🛠️ The steps involved in making a traditional pitchfork 🏡 The role of the Pitcher Conservatory, unique in France 👣 The importance of this heritage for Sauve and the Occitanie region 🎥 An immersive journey into the heart of a rare craft, a blend of tradition, passion, and collective memory. #cevennes #occitanie #documentary #cevennestourism