The history of Charlois has its roots in the middle of the 17th century in the Bertranges forest, with Jacques Charlois, stave cutter…

Oak is part of the Charlois family DNA.
It is the passion and the deep respect for this tree and for the forest that animates the group

“It all starts with the forest. Our heritage, our future.”

This precept, a true plea for sustainable development, is the fundamental rule that guides each of our actions and activities within Charlois.

Like a forest, Charlois, its Houses and different trades are in constant evolution, driven by a quest of excellence where special talents comes and works together in union.

Since its creation, the group has developed around various complementary activities related to oak and forestry. A tree of know-how developed through two main poles…

Created in 2018 under the impetus of Sylvain Charlois, the Charlois Fund for Art and the Forest’s missions include developing, promoting and enhancing art, culture and heritage related to the forest, its crafts, traditions and values.

We are fortunate to evolve in a privileged universe, in direct link with the nobility of nature and wood. Our 1,300 employees, with more than half are based outside of France, work hard every day to make the most of this rare natural resource with its exceptional qualities.

Each week we add news to find out all there is to know about forest, oak, our trades, our know-how, our commitments and much more.