Coutellia - International Festival of Art and Tradition Knives

Coutellia: The Global Rendezvous for Art Cutlery

Since 1991, Coutellia has established itself as the world's largest international festival of art and tradition knives. Organized annually in Thiers, the historic cradle of French cutlery, this two-day show brings together the best cutlers and artisans from around the globe in a unique event dedicated to the art of the knife.

An Event of International Scope

With over 300 exhibitors from 23 countries, Coutellia offers an exceptional panorama of global cutlery. Visitors can discover unique pieces created by master cutlers, artisan blacksmiths, and art knife designers. The exhibition spans 2,500 m² at the former Flowserve site, Avenue du Progrès in Thiers.

A Rich and Varied Program

Beyond the main exhibition, Coutellia offers a range of activities and events:

• International Cutlery Contest with an expert jury
• Live blacksmithing demonstrations by artisan cutlers
• Outdoor cutlery village with workshops and introductions
• Access to the Thiers Cutlery Museum included with admission ticket
• Themed exhibitions on the Thiers cutlery heritage

Thiers, World Capital of Cutlery

The choice of Thiers as the host city for Coutellia is no coincidence. This town in the Puy-de-Dôme region is the historic cradle of French cutlery, a tradition dating back to the Middle Ages. Even today, Thiers is home to a large part of French cutlery production and numerous artisan workshops. The festival helps to promote this unique know-how internationally.

An Event Supported by the CCI Puy-de-Dôme

Organized by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Puy-de-Dôme, Coutellia benefits from a rigorous professional framework while remaining accessible to the general public. The show welcomes both seasoned collectors and the curious eager to discover the fascinating world of art knives.