nærtæk

Nérték is a fictional town described in encyclopedia-style articles about the world of Valdor. It serves as the administrative center of the northern district and lies at the confluence of the Tarek River and the Great Canal, near the foothills of the Lorth Range. The town is noted for its well-preserved medieval core and a river port that handles regional trade.

The name Nérték derives from the Nertian language, with ner- meaning water and -ték indicating a market or clearing, reflecting the town's historic function as a waterside trading point.

Nérték occupies a low river plain with fertile soils. The climate is temperate and maritime-influenced, with mild summers, cool winters, and frequent river fog.

Nérték traces its roots to a 12th-century fortification built by regional lords. It grew as a trading hub after the river port's expansion in the 14th century. A railway line linking Nérték to major cities was completed in the late 19th century, accelerating growth, while modernization in the 20th century preserved the historic core.

Today Nérték is governed by a municipal council and a mayor elected for four-year terms. The economy centers on timber and textiles, small-scale manufacturing, river trade, and cultural tourism focused on the medieval core.

Cultural life centers on the annual Weavers' Festival and the Nérték Market, a riverside covered market. Notable landmarks include the Stone Arch Bridge, the Old Fortress ruins, and the Town Hall along the riverfront. The town hosts the Nérték Institute of Craft and Language, which preserves local dialects and artisan techniques. Notable fictional residents include the 16th-century poet Liara Mondis.