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Flavours, know-how and souvenirs that are truly local

Whether you want to enjoy them during your stay or take them home as souvenirs for your loved ones, you'll be charmed by the local specialities, artisanal creation and local producers.

Rousquilles, the iconic sweet treat of Haut Vallespir

An unmissable speciality, the Rousquille seduces with its soft texture, delicate lemon or aniseed flavour and melt-in-the-mouth icing. A true symbol of the local culinary heritage, it is one most popular souvenirs to bring back from your stay.

You can find them in Amélie-les-Bains-Palalda

In Arles-sur-Tech

La Rousquille

Le Somptueux :a typical Amelian cake

An iconic creation from Amélie-les-Bains-Palalda, Le Somptueux is a delicious rum cake with a unique and refined aroma. It is made from almond paste and "yéma", an egg yolk jam, which gives it a melt-in-the-mouth texture and an exceptionally rich flavour.

This exceptional cake was created in 1923 by Maison Pi Roué, and is now an integral part of the local culinary heritage.

Le somptueux

Les chocolats exquis de Florence Losa

In Arles-sur-Tech, the birthplace of chocolate making in the Pyrénées-Orientales region, Florence losa's chocolate factory offers exceptional artisanal chocolate creations. Each product is crafted with precision, passion and creativity.

Les chocolats exquis de Florence Losa

Les chocolats exquis de Florence Losa

The Senyor Voltor Brewery

In Prats-de-Mollo-La-Preste, the Senyor Voltor Brewery produces characterful craft beers! Authentic local beers to discover, taste and take home as a souvenir of the region.

The Senyor Voltor Brewery

Espadrilles by Création Catalane

In Saint-Laurent-de-Cerdans, the historic birthplace of espadrilles, traditional craftsmanship is still alive. Création Catalane espadrilles are made in accordance with tradition, using high-quality materials, meticulous finishing and timeless style.

A useful, durable souvenir deeply rooted in Catalan identity! 

Création Catalane

Espadrilles Création Catalane

Les Toiles du Soleil :the art of Catalan weaving

Also located in Saint-Laurent-de-Cerdans, Les Toiles du Soleil perpetuates ancestral textile expertise. Iconic striped fabrics, bags, tablecloths, cushions, accessories... each creation is colourful, elegant and bears the mark of our region.

Useful, durable and authentic decorative souvenirs! 

Les Toiles du Soleil

Les Toiles du Soleil

Le Moulin des Arts in Arles-sur-Tech

Le Moulin des Arts is a space dedicated to creativity and craftmanship. It brings together local artists, designers and craftpeople to showcase original creations: decorative objects, unique pieces,artistic creation and more.

It's the perfect place to find a local souvenir that reflects your personality!

Le Moulin des Arts

Le Moulin des Arts

Morian Theuns & Aurélie Marquès Artistic Cutlery

In Prats-de-Mollo-La-Preste, Morian Theuns & Aurélie Marquès Artistic Cutlery embodies excellence in craftmanship. Exceptional knives, unique pieces, fine materials and meticulous finishes make each creation an aesthetic and durable object.

Morian Theuns & Aurélie Marquès Artistic Cutlery

Mohair du Vallespir

In Arles-sur-Tech, the Mohair du Vallespir farm raises Angora goats and transforms their wool into superb mohair creations. Clothing, accessories, throws... combine softness, elegance and authenticity, for lasting and 100% local souvenirs, to treat yourself or someone else!

Mohair du Vallespir

Mohair du Vallespir

Local producers in Haut Vallespir

Honey, cheese, charcuterie... local producers in Haut Vallespir bring the region to life every day! Buying their products means supporting local agriculture and taking home a piece of our terroir.

Local producers

Producteurs locaux

Each souvenir is more than an object or a treat; it is a piece of the territory that you take with you.