Even the shortest trip to the land of the Eiffel Tower, the Three Brave Musketeers and aromatic cheeses will be unforgettable and will make you want to take at least something with you as a souvenir. Even an experienced tourist will be confused by the variety of goods, so the question is: what to bring from France interesting, unusual and useful, faces everyone who is planning a trip to the land of Balzac and Hugo.
The main principle before a shopping tour to France is simple: take less things with you and more money. The permitted weight of a suitcase at the airport is 23 kilograms in economy class cabins and 32 kilograms for business class passengers. Additional weight will be charged at the airport at your airline's rate.

Small souvenirs

The simplest gifts for friends are keychains in the shape of the Eiffel Tower. They are sold in bunches of several pieces at once, and in some kiosks they can offer a discount for bulk purchases. It is better to purchase them at special retail outlets - enterprising traders in squares are very intrusive and ask one and a half times more. The cost of one key charm is 0.50 = 2 euros. Postcards and magnets are the second most popular souvenirs. Prices start from 2 euros.

Original small gift items can be found in the streets behind the Center Georges Pompidou in Paris (Rambuteau metro station). Decorations, boxes, pictures and other little things cost from 3 euros.
Connoisseurs of beauty will be delighted by watercolor paintings with local species. You can buy such a gift on the embankment of the left bank of the Seine in Paris. Prices depend on the appetite of the artists: from 5 to 50 euros.
In Versailles, discs with recordings of music by composers of the 17th – 18th centuries are sold. Similar products are difficult to find in other countries.

Products

If you're scratching your head, what to bring from France more interesting, then opt for edible souvenirs. Friends, colleagues, and family members will be happy with such a gift.
France produces amazing chocolate, the most delicate macarons, almond calissons and roasts incomparable chestnuts.
The most paradoxical sweet from the land of the musketeers is sugared violets. The combination of caramel and flower petals is as unusual as it is pleasant to the taste. The delicacy is not at all cloying, with light astringent notes. You can buy a bag of this treat in Provence and Toulouse, where they are sold in literally every market. No less interesting is the jam made from the same flower petals. The cost of sweets starts from about 3 euros.
A traditional gift from France is a jar of goose or duck liver pate. Foie gras translates to “fat liver” and has a rich, creamy, nutty flavor. It is better to buy in closed packaging - a tin or glass jar with a tightly screwed lid. The pate costs about 30 euros for a small portion and is sold in any supermarket.
On the French Riviera they sell delicious seafood. If you have to enjoy oysters only in a restaurant, then you can bring a jar of canned mussels in garlic sauce.
And why not bring a piece of the famous cheese? You won’t find so many types of this product in any country in the world! Hard and soft, mature and early, with mold and nuts - the variety of varieties makes your head spin. If it’s difficult to make a choice, opt for classic goat cheese, a small piece of which will cost about 8 euros. “Crotin de Chavignolles”, “Valencey” and “Sel sur Cher” have a pleasant taste and unique aroma and go well with wine - of course, also French.
“Wine is not everything in life, but life without wine is nothing,” as the French say. Alsace, Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne and Beaujolais produce the most exquisite drinks. If you are not a wine connoisseur, we recommend purchasing Veuve Clicquot and Dom Perignon - you won’t go wrong. A bottle of such good wine will cost about 10 euros.
From alcoholic drinks tourists also often bring the herbal tincture “Pastiss”, cognacs “Cognac Meukow” and “Cognac Edouard III”. It is better to purchase them in supermarkets and branded stores.
You can build a small basket with products: olive oil in a bottle with a convenient dispenser, violet syrup, Provencal spices, chestnut jam, a piece of cheese and wine. One can only envy the one who receives such a gift!

Cosmetics

France has long been famous for the best cosmetics on the planet. The world's most famous brands are much cheaper here, and you can be sure that you have purchased original products.
It is better not to bring decorative cosmetics as a gift if you do not know the person’s preferences. But creams, masks and lotions of the brands Vichy, Garnier, L’Oreal, L’Occitane, Yves Rocher Every woman will be happy with something produced in her historical homeland. Prices start from about 8 euros. Pay attention to the inscription “Fabriqué en France” and purchase care products in pharmacies. Be sure to add a bar of beautiful lavender soap, which can be purchased at the market. In Provence, these fragrant bars are sold literally at every turn, and they have different smells: from delicate mimosa to original tomato. They cost about 1.5 euros.

Perfumery

What to bring from France For a present beautiful lady? Of course, perfume! Famous fragrances from Chanel and Dior are noticeably cheaper here than in the CIS countries and are distinguished by their quality. It is better to purchase them in Sephora stores. For example, in Paris the outlet is located on the Champs Elysees and near the Galeries Lafayette on Haussmann Boulevard. Prices for really good perfumes start from 35 euros.
The Fragonard Perfume Museum is very popular among tourists, where you can purchase unique perfumes - the treasured bottles are sold only in France! If you're lucky enough to visit Grasse, be sure to take a tour of the factory and create your own scent! A small bottle of concentrated Fragonard perfume costs about 30 euros. The museum store also sells charming souvenirs - soap dishes, bubble bath, boxes - that will melt the heart of even the most stern lady.

Clothes and accessories

Paris still challenges Milan for the title of the most fashionable city, but one cannot but agree that shopping in France is great! You shouldn’t spare money on yourself and your loved ones - the items are of very high quality and truly unique. It is unlikely that you will find a similar scarf or handbag on another fashionista.
Inexpensive but cute bags and reticules with images of the Eiffel Tower are sold in large quantities at souvenir kiosks. Their price is about 10 euros. A useful gift There will also be an umbrella with views of Paris - about 9 euros.
Do you want to feel like a real French woman? Then hurry up to buy a fashionable beret and scarf! At first they were worn by sailors, but now this headdress has become a stylish sign of bohemia. The price of the set is 15 euros.
Regarding clothes famous brands like Lacoste or Armani, then buying a dress will cost a pretty penny. You can save money by coming to France during the season - then you can buy quality things for a reasonable price.

Children's joys

You shouldn't have a question what to bring from France children. Feel free to go to Disneyland and buy T-shirts, mugs and toys with images of your favorite cartoon characters! Any little one will be happy to receive a plush Mickey Mouse or a cap with Winnie the Pooh as a gift. The cost of souvenirs starts from about 8 euros.
The calling card of France is Vilac wooden toys. Carefully polished and painted rocking horses and cars will delight little ones, and older children can be offered a construction set or a set of furniture for dolls. Girls will surely love the fabric doll of the famous Deqlinqos brand.

Products that are manufactured in France meet the highest standards and attract many of our compatriots with their quality, exclusivity and originality. With all this, quite often their prices are even lower than Russian ones of the same quality. However, it’s unlikely that everyone can travel to this country every weekend for shopping, so delivery to Russia has become quite popular.

What do they buy in France?

By and large, you can buy almost everything. There are several product categories that are in greatest demand. Of course, now we are talking about household goods, and not industrial equipment and hydraulics, such as high-pressure hoses. What do they buy in this romantic country?

• First of all, these are perfumes and cosmetics - worldwide famous brands are synonymous with true quality.
• Electrical and household appliances.
• Books and music products.
• Cloth. This section is especially popular, and they buy not only adult, but also children's clothing.
• Interior items, various decorative materials for interior design, textiles, various designer items. There is even the opportunity to choose decor exclusively for the children's room.
• Furniture.
• Dishes.
• Chandeliers and other lighting fixtures.
• Of course, chocolate and gastronomy are also in demand. After all, you really want to experience the taste of France, even while at home.

Options for delivering goods from France to Russia

The biggest concern is the method of delivery of the selected items. Many people think that it takes a very long time and is also expensive. However, there are many delivery options; they are often combined so that the client receives what he wants as quickly as possible.

Moreover, all goods are necessarily insured, and the delivery time to our country is not at all as long as it might seem. After all, even when making purchases in a Russian online store, for example, on http://www.ru.all.biz/, you have to wait for an order for some time. So, here are the main delivery options.

1. Shipping. There are companies that make regular sea voyages delivering goods to Russia. To achieve maximum speed and regularity, sea vessels of various lines are used. If only the sea route is used, then the approximate time after which the goods will arrive in our country is about 20 days.
2. Usage road transport . The bulk of vehicles used for transportation are large-capacity trucks and road trains. The purpose of using such transport is to deliver as many goods as possible and, accordingly, reduce the cost of transporting each of them. This method is faster - what you want will arrive in Russia within two weeks. However, using small-tonnage machines you can speed up this process.
3. Air transportation. The fastest and most effective option, but also more expensive. But if the greatest priority is time rather than cost, this is the most the best choice. The maximum period for this type of transportation is up to a week (7 days). This is even taking into account all the documentary preparation, which also takes time.
4. ShortSea. This is the most modern logistics system, which implies the most optimal routes and sections of various transport in one route. It refers to intermodal transportation, when containers are used and all cargo is transported not in individual units, but in entire containers. Accordingly, this requires less paperwork and time. This method can be safely classified as a budget method, since goods are always shipped in large quantities, which reduces costs.

If you want to create a piece of France in your home, you don’t have to go anywhere. Any goods can be delivered here.

Before returning to my homeland, I was always faced with the question of buying souvenirs. I really love choosing gifts for my family and friends, and then wrapping them beautifully. This is a whole art, in fact!

Keychains in the shape of the Eiffel Tower are traditionally brought from France - we bought them in whole bunches of 10–20 pieces at once (they cost 1–2 EUR, but then you can distribute them to friends and acquaintances); French perfumes (they also give samples as a gift); clothes; wine (I preferred to take a French friend with me, since I don’t know much about wine myself); cheeses (yes, yes, I managed to smuggle them too); foie gras (I bought it at the airport, in a closed package).

When I finally left Paris, due to the numerous things and gifts that I took with me, my suitcase weighed as much as 6 kg! Despite the fact that the permitted weight was 23 kg. I flew with Belavia airlines and had to pay a whopping 60 EUR extra for luggage. So carefully calculate the weight of your items and make sure that your gifts are not too large.

What, where and how can you bring from the most romantic country? Now I'll tell you.

Perfume

How can we not remember the subtle, delicious French perfumes! Chanel,Guerlain, Christian Dior ,Cartier, Givenchy- Each brand has a variety of scents. Unfortunately, their prices are not falling at all, but on the contrary are only rising.

Let's take a closer look at the types of French perfumes, as this directly affects their price. If you go from the cheapest to the most expensive:

• Eau de toilette means that the percentage of alcohol in the jar is much greater than the amount of the essence itself;
• Eau de parfum- the percentage of alcohol is approximately equal to the amount of added essence;
• Essence de parfum- these are the best perfumes, as they contain more essence than alcohol. They cost more than all the others.

Therefore, when choosing, read the label carefully. Eau de toilette is the cheapest, but the smell disappears much faster. Eau de parfum or perfume essence is more expensive, but also more durable.

However, besides those mentioned above, there are other worthy brands that are in no way inferior to the previous ones, and are not so expensive:

Where can I buy

Fragonard and Yves Rocher perfumes are best purchased in boutiques of these brands. The Fragonard store is located next to the Opera Garnier in Paris (Opera metro station), and Yves Rocher has a fairly wide network, so their boutiques can be found everywhere in Paris and in other cities of France.

If you still want to buy perfume from such big brands as Chanel, then it is better to buy them in the Marionnaud or Sephora store chains. This is something like our Rive Gauche. They will be cheaper there. For example, in Marionnaud, eau de toilette will cost you 55 EUR, and perfume water - 61 EUR.

If you have such an opportunity, then you can go to the city. There are a lot of different perfume production enterprises there, where they sell them. There, at the price of the factory, which means you can buy yourself a perfume inexpensively - from 30 EUR.

Cosmetics

If we talk about good and purely French brands of cosmetics, then this is, of course, Clarins,Clinique,Dior,Estée Lauder and others. The list is quite extensive. There are also lesser known, but quite high quality: Caudalie, Carita,La Roche-Posay. Brand Yves Rocher, which I mentioned above, is a little more expensive in terms of, for example, decorative cosmetics. But they have not so expensive facial skin care products, etc. - from 10 EUR.

Where can I buy

If your budget does not allow you to attack expensive boutiques of Dior, Shiseido, Chanel, then welcome to the Marionnaud and Sephora chain stores. You can buy cosmetics from completely different brands at the price you need. And here you can get bottles of perfume or nail polish as a gift.

Cloth

Among the high-quality French brands that you will not find in Russia are: André, Sandro,Eram. Moreover, these stores are not too expensive, for example, in André, autumn boots cost me 150 EUR.

Where can I buy

All tourists, when they arrive in the same place, immediately go to Galerie Lafayette. I don't advise you to do this. Unless your wallet is bursting with a huge number of 100 EUR banknotes, and there is no amount on the card with a lot of zeros.

Large shopping centers

If you come to, then go to H&M or Le Printemps next to the “Gallery”. Prices there are completely different: from 10 EUR for ordinary jeans to 60 EUR for the simplest blouse.

Also in Paris, it is worth getting to the La Défence metro station. There is a very large shopping center there Les quatre temps. The prices here are reasonable, and the variety of brands is the same as in Lafayette.

I really liked the shoes and clothes of the Aldo brand, prices for which here start from 35 EUR.

Small shops and flea markets

Another tip: go to small stores that have little-known brands. You can find good clothes there at normal prices.

You can also buy it at flea markets. They are held in any city in France, although often irregularly. It’s better to find out in advance from your French friends. For 3–5 EUR you can buy shoes, jewelry, and clothes.

And at the end of January and August, discount periods begin, so you can buy clothes at a discount of up to -70%.

Guilt

If you go to any store in France, you will immediately find a wine section: they are very large and, as a rule, occupy a large area. There you will find any wine for every taste and color, which is usually sorted by region for convenience.

To choose a good and high-quality wine, you need to understand what is written on the label. So, if it says:

• VDT, this means that this is table wine (vin de table). This is the most inexpensive option: a bottle costs from 3–5 EUR and has the burgundy color of the excise stamp.
• VDP- vin de pays - wine produced in certain regions. The process of making such wines is strictly controlled, and the bottle goes through various authorities before reaching the store. Price starts from 35 EUR; blue color of the excise stamp.
• VDSQ- vin délimite de qualité supérieur - wines whose quality is guaranteed. Price - from 50 EUR. The difference between them and the above is that producers of this category of wines have more freedom when choosing the grape variety from which the wine is produced.
• AOC- appellation d'origine contrôlée - the best wines produced in certain areas of the country. The label must, among other things, indicate the region, city or castle where it was made. Moreover, the smaller the production area, the better the wine. Price - from 100 EUR per bottle; green color excise stamp.
• Premier cru or Grand cru- the most prestigious and very expensive wine aged 30 years or longer. For one bottle of such wine, the price can start from 700 EUR.

Also check that the label says Mis en bouteille en propiété/recoltant/producteur/chateau , What means "Produced in such and such area" . There will be no such inscription on a fake.

And one more little hint: the more modest and unpretentious the label, the better the wine.

Cheeses

It is quite possible to carry them to Russia in a suitcase. The main thing is to buy cheese a day in advance or on the day of departure home. The packaging should not be opened, and it is better to put the already packaged cheese in a couple of bags. Some French cheeses are very fragrant.

Know: real French cheese lasts for a maximum of 3-4 days. So when you get home, immediately put it in the refrigerator.

If you have a flight with a transfer or even two, and then a long way home by train, don’t risk it. During the time you spend on the road, the cheese will definitely disappear.

As you can see in the photo above, they are all different colors and consistencies. Why? The fact is that they are made from various types milk:

• goat;
• cow;
• sheep;
• buffalo

For example, bleu cheese, or blue cheese as it is called in Russia, can be made from pasteurized sheep's or cow's milk, depending on the region.

Also, they differ in the nature of their production: some are prepared industrially, and some are prepared at home.

Below I will list only the most famous cheeses that can be found in stores:

Where can I buy

When you come to the supermarket, you will see entire shelves completely filled with cheeses. The most expensive ones, like wines, will be marked with the inscription AOC(appellation d'origine contrôlée). The price starts from 5 EUR for a small purchase.

Other products

As I already wrote, foie gras You can also bring it as a gift, but it is better to buy it in a well-closed package. For example, in the one shown in the photo below or in a tin can.

Also be sure to check the expiration date and calculate that it will last until you arrive in Russia. The same rule applies to all products that you want to take with you to Russia. For example, I bought a ready-made pie in a package, and it arrived safely in Russia.

Where can I buy

Foie gras costs from 30 EUR for a small jar. It is sold both in specialized stores and in regular supermarkets.

Various trinkets/keychains/plates

This is another common type of souvenir. In Paris, you should be careful when buying such souvenirs from Arabs and black people selling them. It’s best to purchase trinkets in special souvenir shops, as they have fixed prices.

Where can I buy

Regardless of the city in which you arrive in France, it is better to first go through all the shops and stores to compare prices and choose the one where souvenirs are not so expensive. On average, a keychain will cost you 1–2 EUR; plate 5–10 EUR; painting costs 30–35 EUR.

If you want to find something more original in Paris, besides the usual key chains or magnets, then go to the Rambuteau metro station. Then you walk past the Georges Pompidou Center and delve into the network of small streets behind it. There you can find interesting shops with rather unusual souvenirs: jewelry, paintings, boxes, etc. - costing from 3 EUR.

Summary

In my review about France, I told you what you can bring from each individual region of this country. But in general, souvenirs are the same across the country.

Happy shopping!

Summer is not only a time of lush greenery and flowers, but also, naturally, a time of resorts and vacations. Choosing a country where a holiday will bring unforgettable experience, more than half of the girls surveyed will undoubtedly choose France.

Oh, Paris, the city of live music, fountains, lights and elegant young ladies... Having made a choice in favor of this amazing country, a girl will definitely not go wrong. The days spent in this magical place with all its attractions are filled with a living fairy tale of the eternally sleepless Parisian streets. The banks of the Seine River, the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower - all these unearthly places flash before your eyes when the time comes to say goodbye to your beloved country of romance and feelings. Gradually we have to come down to earth and solve pressing questions: what should we bring home to our loved ones from such a mind-blowing trip? other tourists to maintain at least a piece of the “Parisian” mood?

This article will present the best, and most importantly, proven options for gifts and souvenirs from wonderful France.

Famous French patisseries

When it comes to France, most associations are associated with traditional French croissants, which are still warm and served in cozy restaurants early in the morning. Of course, it would be possible to bring this creation of confectionery art, but during the many-hour journey the delicate dough may become stale... But you can’t leave the country without its traditional sweets?

One of the best gift options for family and friends can be a bar of high-quality French chocolate. How is it different from any other chocolate product? It's simple: it contains the most delicate milk and a large number of spices that the French know how to use so well. Indeed, ordinary chocolate is lost against the background of one that literally melts in your mouth, leaving behind a delicate aftertaste of cinnamon...

Another win-win sweet that is usually brought from France is the widely known Macaron - here, in its historical homeland, this sweet is cheaper and made of better quality than in other places.

Alcohol products

Since we are talking about edibles, how can we miss such an important topic as the famous French medium-alcohol drinks, which will drive you crazy with their taste even without an extra few degrees.

Of course, we are talking about luxury French wines and an assortment of elegant and simple gifts in the form of a bottle of good wine, which will delight both friends and family, and will be an excellent example of what is brought from France. The most amazing thing is that in this country, especially in its heart, in Paris, good alcohol can be bought almost everywhere. And the point here is not at all in the statistics of alcohol intoxication among French residents: it’s just that Paris is always crowded with tourists from other countries who can’t wait to take a couple of bottles of the popular Bordeaux with them, and it just so happens that the French are a people who love to live beautifully and elegantly , and therefore there are simply no cheap counterfeits of alcohol here.

Thus, French wines or champagne will be an excellent souvenir option for loved ones. Moreover, the list of quality alcoholic beverages does not stop at wine - cognac is also one of the prides of French producers, but its high quality corresponds to an equally high price, which is why cognac is not often chosen as a gift.

French cheeses

Continuing the theme of alcoholic drinks, we cannot help but mention the ideal ensemble, which has long become a kind of classic. We are talking about wine and cheese - a pair that cannot be separated.

When thinking about what to bring from France as a gift, you can stop at a wheel of good-quality cheese. This delicacy will be appreciated anywhere, because French cheese is imbued with the atmosphere of this country, like any other national delicacy.

And don’t forget that France became the birthplace of world-famous blue cheeses. Naturally, not everyone will like such a product, but if a gourmet friend is waiting at home, then why not please him with the original blue cheese, which is significantly different from what can be purchased in any supermarket?

Herbs and spices

Another hallmark of France can be considered a giant market called Richard Lenoir. Why has this market become something of a tourist attraction? It’s very simple - this place is entirely specialized in trading a wide variety of spices. Just think: there are thousands of types of spices here - from traditional coriander and saffron to the collection of Provençal herbs.

A box filled with a whole bouquet of a wide variety of spices is something that can be brought from France as a gift to people who often prepare gourmet dishes. Such a souvenir will be appreciated, and therefore spices will be an ideal option straight from the French market.

Designer clothing

This gift option is more suitable for girls, because who, if not a woman, knows a lot about stylish clothes? So, in France there will be no problems with this souvenir, since Paris, along with Milan, is one of the current fashion capitals in the world. There is a huge number of designer boutiques where you can buy exclusive items.

Of course, prices for finished luxury will correspond to its quality, but if you want to make a worthwhile gift from the heart, then you can’t save on this! Options for souvenirs from Parisian designers can be high-quality gloves, sunglasses, elegant wide-brimmed hats or berets in the rhythm of French fashion, and in no case should the personification be ignored French style- chiffon air scarves.

Receiving such a gift, any girl will be able to feel like that same French woman who comes into the bakery every morning for a cup of strong coffee with spices and a fragrant croissant to go with it. So designer clothes are one of the best answers to the question of what to bring from France as a souvenir.

Cosmetical tools

The global authority that many French cosmetics companies have is undeniable, so why not buy a couple of products for someone as souvenirs? But first, it’s worth figuring out: what cosmetics to bring from France? To answer this question, you need to know the preferences of the person to whom you plan to give the gift: perhaps it will be a long-lasting classic lipstick, branded mascara or a set of face care creams. A wonderful option could be a set of aromatic oils for body skin care.

Perfume

Not far from cosmetics, it’s worth paying close attention to the dizzying French perfume. One thing is for sure - it is impossible to find a better perfume in the world! This is probably why French perfumes are what are most often brought from France.

The atmosphere in which French perfumers come up with and combine their unique scents leads to the fact that any bottle coming out of expensive and branded stores or simple and medium-priced stores breathes its own life. France is also a country of scents, each of which tells its own story. So it’s not for nothing that French perfume has become a household name, denoting the degree of luxury of a perfume.

Coffee

Another amazing gift you can think of is real French coffee. You won't be able to try this drink anywhere else! The tart taste and aroma, the feeling of cheerfulness that it gives - all this together makes you dizzy at the first sip. Ricore is considered one of the best brands - this is a drink in which coffee and chicory are mixed in special proportions - perhaps that is why it has such a unique taste. If it is preferable to buy the best French sweets as a gift for girls and women, then coffee is best gift For serious men who will be able to appreciate it.

France - the country of forgotten vintage

After staying in this amazing country, many people ask the question: what is the first thing they bring from France as souvenirs? The answer to this question can be found in the windows of many small shops that sell the most outlandish and rare things. Once you enter such a shop, it will be impossible to leave empty-handed.

These tiny shops with antique trinkets embody the spirit of France, and therefore will be a wonderful gift when traveling home. Souvenirs can be beautiful vintage cards with dried lavender flowers and exuding an incredible aroma, these can also be vinyl records 30s or 40s, and what can we say about shabby photographs depicting beautiful views old Paris? Equally an original gift can become an aged carved music box, from which flow the motifs of national French music.

Classic souvenirs

If none of the above options appealed to your heart, then no one canceled the classic small souvenirs that can be found in any country.

Then you don’t have to think about what souvenirs to bring from France: keychains with the Eiffel Tower or the Arc de Triomphe, magnets with views of the Champs Elysees or the Louvre, gift lighters again in the shape of the Eiffel Tower, small gift figurines, kitchen sets, jars for storing spices with views of Paris at night... There are so many of them! But the main thing is that anyone will be happy with such gifts, regardless of a person’s taste, and plus, these souvenirs will never lose their popularity!

If you still have questions on the topic “Souvenirs from France: what to bring and how to please everyone,” then you can always ask the person himself, who will tell you exactly about his tastes and preferences. And yet, no matter how wonderful a souvenir may be in itself, nothing compares to a live stay in this land of wish fulfillment and night romance. So the best option receiving vivid impressions will not be a desired gift, but your own presence in this amazing country.

A trip to France is like a dream come true, a piece of paradise with magnificent cathedrals and cozy streets, cute restaurants and soulful cafes. Everyone who has visited here will be happy to take with them a piece of this dream, at least in the form memorable photographs or souvenirs.

Alcohol

Wine

The wines of France are perhaps the main brand of this beautiful country. Among the famous wine-growing regions, the city of Bordeaux ranks first. The windows of the local shops display a rich assortment of high-quality cognacs, wines, liqueurs and other grape-based drinks.

Champagne

It is impossible to imagine France without sparkling wine, which is best made in the Champagne region, or without young Beaujolais wine. Fine wines are produced in Alsace and other regions of France. Among the most popular brands are: Veuve Clicquot, Dom Perignon, Cognac Meukow and Cognac Edouard III, Moet&Chandon.

Pastis

The quality of the products from wineries in the Dijon and Burgundy areas is no less high, where since the beginning of the 20th century, the pastis drink (also known as “Provençal milk”), which is made from pineapples, with the addition of licorice root and various herbs, has been very popular.

Toys

As a gift for children, you can bring very unusual wooden toys from the Vilac company, which has been around for over 100 years. Among the products of this company there are all kinds of educational construction sets and puzzles. Wooden toys from the Janod company are no less popular. A Stuffed Toys and dolls from "Deglingos" are distinguished by their exclusive design.

A real paradise for young travelers is Disneyland Paris, where you can bring figurines of popular cartoon characters, toys and clothes with the symbols of the park and images of popular characters from the wonderful world of Walt Disney.

Chestnuts

For many centuries, chestnuts served as almost the main food for the poorest segments of the population. But over time, everything changed, and they became firmly established in the diet of all French people. These days, roasted chestnuts are sold directly on the street, and you can also buy very unusual jams and preserves made from chestnuts.

Cosmetics and perfumes

It's no secret that the best fragrances in the world have French roots. Therefore, it is definitely better to buy perfume in the very heart of Paris, at the Fragonard perfume museum. Here, after getting acquainted with the exhibition, you can purchase the scent you like, or a whole set of several bottles.

Choice cosmetics in France is very large, because it is the birthplace of many world brands: Vichy, L’Oreal Paris, Garnier, Clarins, Dior, Chanel, Guerlain. One of the best places to buy cosmetics is the Sephora perfume store.

A pleasant gift will be delicate natural soap, which is produced in Provence and is famous for its rich bouquet.

Limoges porcelain

Limoges porcelain has gained wide popularity thanks to a special production technology - products from the porcelain factory in Limoges are distinguished by their bright patterns and unparalleled white base.

Meat delicacies

In grocery stores in France, lovers of culinary delicacies will be able to find a huge selection of sausages, meat products and game.

Pates

When thinking about what delicious things to bring from France, you can opt for the famous French pates, which the French themselves call “terrines”. Recipes for pates are unique and varied - from chicken, duck, salmon and even vegetables.

Jamon

Jamon is a Spanish dish that is also widespread in France. This unique product is a source of special pride for the French, along with the best brands wine After all, French jamon is distinguished by its low fat content and excellent taste.

Foie gras

Foie gras is perhaps one of the most famous French delicacies. Translated from French, “foie gras” means “fatty liver.” The dish is goose or duck liver prepared in a special way. Foie gras is sold raw and canned. The second option can be easily transported.

Clothing, shoes and accessories

Paris deservedly bears the title of the capital of world fashion; there are boutiques of the best European fashion designers on almost every corner. The price of items from current collections is quite high, but seasonal sales open up a lot of opportunities.

Brands such as Chanel, Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent, Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Jean Paul Gaultier, Ungaro, Lanvin, Camaieu, Cacharel, KOOKAI need no introduction. The selection of accessories is also great: bags, scarves, jewelry. Here you can always buy products from both world-famous and emerging designers.

Olives, capers

There are several farms in France where the best varieties of olives are grown: Domaine de l’Oulivie, Combaillaux, Accent d’Oc, Capestang, Coopérative Oléicole L’Oulibo, Bize-Minervois. Of the variety of varieties, the most notable olives are Luques, Olivière, Aglandau, Picholines, Ascolana and Bouteillan.

Capers are best bought salted to taste the exquisite taste of Mediterranean cuisine; they can be easily found in food markets.

Seasonings and spices

The list of French herbs and spices is simply huge, among the most popular are tarragon, aromatic savory, rosemary, rich essential oils marjoram, somewhat reminiscent of chervil parsley, thyme and basil.

Dijon mustard

This mustard owes its name to the city where it was once invented by Jean Nejon. As an experiment, he decided to use sour grape juice instead of vinegar. Dijon mustard in France is represented by dozens of varieties; it is prepared from the peeled seeds of the plant of the same name and diluted with white wine or the juice of unripe grapes.

Poppy syrup

Poppy syrup in France is often used in home medicine to combat coughs and insomnia. The syrup is drunk by diluting it with water, and if you add white wine to it, you get the drink “kir”. In cooking, poppy syrup is commonly used as a sweet additive. You can buy a jar of syrup at a candy factory, which is located a few kilometers from Nice.

Provencal herbs

Herbes de Provence got its name from the province of Provence, famous for its culinary traditions. This is an aromatic mixture that includes basil, rosemary, marjoram, oregano, mint, savory, sage and thyme. Provencal spices will help add new colors to hot dishes, soups, side dishes and salads.

Sweets

French cuisine offers a huge selection of sweets: souffles, profiteroles, brioche buns, blancmange, clafoutis, meringue, creme brulee and many more delicious items.

Candied violets

A rather unusual and very popular delicacy is candied violets. The birthplace of this delicacy is the city of Toulouse, whose shops also sell violet jam and ice cream. You can go on an excursion to the factory that produces these sweets and visit a boutique where not only candied violets are presented on the shelves, but also roses and all kinds of fruits.

Croissants

Croissants in France can be seen everywhere and in a variety of designs. Therefore, pleasing your family or friends with a package of fresh croissants will be a very right decision.

Macarons

This is one of the favorite delicacies of the French, which has become popular all over the world. Macarons are small round cakes made from white almond flour. It is best to purchase these colorful sweets in specialized confectionery shops.

Chocolate

French chocolate is undoubtedly one of the world leaders, in no way inferior to Belgian or Swiss. It is not easy to answer the question of what kind of chocolate to bring from France, because the choice of chocolate bars and sweets in this country is huge.

It is difficult to find another country in Europe with so many boutiques and exclusive chocolate shops. The number of chocolate factories exceeds a hundred, and the world famous brands Valrhona and Richart need no introduction. You can buy sweets and chocolate in tasting rooms, which are open at each factory.

Souvenirs

Fans of souvenirs in the form of antiques should definitely look into Parisian second-hand bookstores, which offer a large selection of interesting things. Here you can find vintage postcards with panoramas of old Paris, rare vinyl records, and books published more than 100 years ago. In the souvenir shops of Paris, eyes widen at the sight of bright designer accessories, ceramics, picnic sets, all kinds of jars and other trinkets.

Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower is the simplest thing you can bring from France as a souvenir. There are no souvenir shops where this famous symbol of Paris would not be presented. The Eiffel Tower is present on postcards, keychains, magnets, jewelry, dishes, and in the form of miniature copies.

An original decoration in the interior will be a floor lamp in the shape of a tower or a clock with its image, a very unusual souvenir - a glass bottle cast in the shape of an architectural masterpiece.

Louvre

You can also take a piece of the Louvre away from Paris. Near the famous museum there are many shops where you can find copies of unique works and art objects - figurines, magnets and postcards, cups with reproductions of beautiful paintings from the museum’s collection. In the Louvre itself, notebooks and notebooks with images of the legendary Mona Lisa are sold.

Berets, scarves

The felt beret is not only one of the symbols of France, but is an integral part of national costume. The tradition of wearing berets originated among fishermen, but gradually this headdress gained popularity among society ladies and representatives of the creative intelligentsia.

The famous French scarves, which give their owner an extraordinary charm, will also be an elegant gift. French designers produce scarves made of silk, wool and cashmere.

Cheeses

French cheeses are famous all over the world. It was here that the famous Camembert, a blue cheese, was born. It is worth trying, since the cheese sold in French stores has nothing in common with what can be found in Russia.

There are more than 500 varieties of cheese in France, including hard, semi-hard and soft varieties, with mold and with all kinds of additives. The most popular varieties are Cantal, Comte, Mimolet, Layol, Temple, Roquefort, Emmental, Brie, and goat.

Tapenade

Tapenade is a traditional French dish. It is prepared from finely chopped olives, olives and anchovies with the addition of capers. To give a piquant taste and a more viscous structure, add salt, pepper, lemon juice, garlic and olive oil. In the markets of Provence, tapenade made according to ancient recipes is sold, but often a jar of this delicious paste can be purchased at any supermarket.

Truffles

A true gourmet will not be able to ignore such an amazing creation of nature as the French truffle. This, at first glance, inconspicuous mushroom made France famous throughout the world. A kilogram of such mushrooms costs up to 2000 euros per kilogram.

But truffle is, first of all, a seasoning, so it can be purchased by the gram. They are added to soups and pasta, meat and vegetable dishes. There are varieties of cheese with the addition of truffle. Truffle oil and paste are produced separately.

Football paraphernalia

Football is very popular in France, therefore, among the most common souvenirs are the football uniforms of the national team and the French clubs Nantes, Paris Saint-Germain, Bordeaux, Olympic, as well as other sports paraphernalia - scarves, flags, calendars, player autographs. For any man who is passionate about football, such a gift will be unforgettable.

Jewelry and costume jewelry

Branded Jewelry in France they are represented very widely and are of high quality. As a rule, their cost is quite high, but if you are here during sales, you can purchase original products at quite reasonable prices.

For jewelry lovers, we offer a large assortment of stylish earrings, rings and beads of excellent quality. Such a gift will be unforgettable for any woman. The most popular in the world French brands: Cartier, Louis Vuitton, Chanel.

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• historical values;
• antique items;
• jewelry;
• weapons and ammunition;
• materials of an erotic nature.