Banon cheese

Born in the heart of Haute-Provence, the cheese of Banon Seduced by its unique character and refined taste. Made from whole raw goat's milk and then matured in chestnut leaves, it embodies the authenticity of the Provençal terroir. During your stay in the Alpes de Haute ProvenceDiscover this PDO specialty and the traditions surrounding it.

Banon cheese

The cheese of Banon fait partie des spécialités incontournables des Alpes de Haute Provence. Il trouve ses origines dans le village of Banon, niché entre la montagne de Lure et le mont Ventoux. Élaboré exclusivement avec du lait cru entier de chèvre, il révèle toute la richesse du terroir de Haute-Provence.

Its unique characteristic lies in its maturation process. Each cheese is wrapped in brown chestnut leaves and then delicately tied with a strand of natural raffia. This traditional method imparts subtle aromas and a melting texture highly prized by cheese lovers.

Recognizable by its smooth texture and vegetal notes, the Banon It offers a harmonious balance between mildness and character. Its manufacturing process is based on the "soft curd" technique, passed down through generations. Since 2003, it has benefited from a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO), now known as an Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée (AOC)..

Cheese Festival Banon

During your visit to Haute-Provence, don't miss the Cheese Festival! BanonHeld annually on the third Sunday of May, it brings the village streets to life with a gourmet market, tastings, and opportunities to meet local producers. A wonderful chance to discover the flavors of the region and the expertise of local artisans.

Where to find the cheese Banon ?

Lors de votre séjour vous pourrez déguster et acheter du fromage de Banon dans les fromageries, sur les Provencal markets et directement auprès des producteurs et dans les country houses.

The village of Banon reste un lieu incontournable pour découvrir cette spécialité dans son terroir d'origine. C'est une excellente occasion de rencontrer les artisans, d'en apprendre davantage sur sa fabrication et de rapporter un souvenir gourmand de votre visite en Haute-Provence.

Other cheeses and dairy products

The cheese of Banon est une des nombreuses richesses gourmandes du département. Le territoire propose une grande variété de fromages de chèvre, de brebis et de vache, élaborés par des producteurs passionnés. Parmi les spécialités locales, découvrez les tommes fraîches ou affinées, la tomme de l’Ubaye, la carline ou encore les raclettes de montagne, appréciées pour leurs saveurs généreuses.

The farms and dairies of the department also produce a wide range of high-quality dairy products. Fresh milk, artisanal yogurts, faisselles (a type of fresh cheese), fromage blanc (a soft white cheese), creams, and dairy desserts showcase local expertise and the quality of the livestock. Sold at markets, in farm shops, or directly from the farm, these products offer a wonderful opportunity to further explore the authentic flavors of the region.