Clairefontaine Notebook

Clairefontaine is a historic French brand dedicated to high-quality paper and stationery products. Founded in 1858 in Étival-Clairefontaine, France, the company originally started as a paper mill in the Vosges region, which provided the necessary water resources for production. To this day, the brand is renowned for producing its own paper, known for its iconic smooth, 'satin' finish.

Ownership has remained relatively concentrated within the industry; Clairefontaine is currently the flagship brand of the Exacompta-Clairefontaine Group. This group is a major European player in the stationery sector, managing the entire production cycle from paper manufacturing to the conversion and distribution of final notebooks and office supplies. The company's manufacturing remains heavily rooted in its original heartland in France, maintaining high environmental standards and a legacy of European craftsmanship.