Fabrication du fer à la manière gauloise à Saint Laurent de Trèves

The St. Laurent de Trêves community center dedicated two days to "discovering traditional skills" and ironmaking. Over the course of a weekend, under the expert guidance of Pascal Matet, the public witnessed the transformation of ore nodules using the bloomery furnace technique. A furnace made of clay and refractory material was constructed for the occasion, and participants took turns feeding the fire to achieve the necessary temperature for separating the ore from the iron. Blacksmiths and curious onlookers alike enjoyed themselves amidst the swirling smoke, discovering this ancient method of ironmaking in a friendly atmosphere.