At the foot of the Pyrenees, Pau showcases its flavors, know-how, and history in a range of 11 easy-to-bring-back souvenirs: award-winning jams, chocolate treats, or Béarn artisan crafts. A few key addresses in the city center and outskirts allow you to find everything in half a day, even when traveling light. Here are the most appreciated gifts in 2025, their exact points of sale, price ranges, and tips for carrying them without damage or melting.
11 must-have souvenirs to bring back from Pau 🏔️
The following selection directly answers the question “What to bring back from Pau?”. Each idea is linked to a reliable place to buy it.
| 🎁 Souvenir | Where to buy it (address) | Average budget |
|---|---|---|
| Jams La Maison Francis Miot 🥄 | 45 rue J.-B.-Carreau, 64000 Pau | €6 – €12 |
| Bottle of Jurançon sweet wine 🌞 | Cellar “Les Cinq Cépages”, 27 av. des États-Unis | €9 – €25 |
| Assortment Les Palets de Pau 🍪 | Biscuiterie Papinou, 9 rue des Cordeliers | €4 – €7 |
| Basque tea towel Maison Artiga 🧵 | Concept store Artiga, 2 cours Camou | €10 – €20 |
| Whole foie gras Biraben 🦆 | 56 rue du Maréchal-Joffre | €15 – €40 |
| Pâté with Espelette pepper Pierre Oteiza 🌶️ | Halles de Pau, stall no. 23 | €6 – €9 |
| Creative chocolate bar La Chocolaterie de l’Ours 🐻 | 11 place Reine-Marguerite | €5 – €8 |
| Block of foie gras Trévisan Foie Gras 🍴 | Billère organic market, Wednesday morning | €12 – €30 |
| Mini-medal Les Châteaux de Pau 🏰 | Château shop, 2 rue du Château | €4 – €6 |
| Béarn slippers “La Carde” 🧦 | Concept store “64 Béarn”, 14 rue Valéry-Meunier | €28 – €45 |
| Basket of berlingots from Cauterets 🍬 | Fine grocery “Saveurs des Pyrénées”, 19 rue Montpensier | €3 – €5 |
- 📸 Each product is locally made and supports artisans, winemakers, or pastry chefs from the region.
- 🚗 All mentioned points of sale are within 15 minutes’ walking distance from Pau station.
- 🧊 Free insulated packaging for foie gras at Biraben and Trévisan.
Where to buy your souvenirs in Pau? Key addresses in the city center
The historic center concentrates most of the good shops. A loop of barely 1.5 km is enough to cover the must-sees.
Gourmet triangle: Halles – Rue Joffre – Rue Serviez 🍷
Starting from the Halles de Pau, simply follow rue Joffre to chain Biraben, Papinou and La Chocolaterie de l’Ours. Then continue to rue Serviez to find fine grocers specializing in Jurançon.
- 🚶 Recommended route: Halles → 350 m → Biraben → 120 m → Papinou → 200 m → Chocolaterie
- ⏱️ Total time: 40 minutes, including tastings
- 🔗 More itinerary ideas on this gourmet guide
| 🛍️ Shop | Type of souvenir | 2025 Opening hours | Useful link |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Maison Francis Miot | Jams & fruit jellies | Mon-Sat 9am-7pm | PagesJaunes 📞 |
| Pierre Oteiza | Basque charcuterie | Tue-Sun 7am-2pm | Tripadvisor ⭐ |
| Maison Artiga | Woven linen | Mon-Sat 10am-6:30pm | Local directory |
Plaza Royale: the photo spot + official shop 🏰
The shop of the Châteaux de Pau (2 rue du Château) offers medals, books, and mini armors. It extends the cultural visit and complements gourmet shopping.
- 📚 Illustrated books by Henri IV: €12
- 🛡️ Sword replica (30 cm): €35
- 🎟️ Gift vouchers combining visit + tasting are online at tourismepau.com
Practical tips for transporting your Paloise specialties ✈️
Cakes, bottles, and fabrics travel well as long as a few simple rules are respected.
Packaging and preservation 🧳
- 🧊 Foie gras: slip the jar into an insulated bag + cold gel (allowed in cabin if solid).
- 🍷 Jurançon: protect the bottle in an inflatable bottle holder, available for €2 at “Les Cinq Cépages”.
- 🍪 Les Palets de Pau: choose the metal box, unbreakable and reusable.
Customs limits and airlines 🛂
| Product | Allowed quantity (EU) | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Foie gras | 2 kg | Prefer vacuum packaging |
| Wine | 4 L | Declare over this to avoid fines |
| Jam | Unlimited | Jar < 100 ml if cabin baggage |
For other transport tips, a dedicated article is available on 123souvenir.com.
Smart gifting: cards, gift boxes and e-souvenirs 🎁
- 💳 The dematerialized “Pass Gourmand” (official link) credits €25 to spend at 12 artisans.
- 📦 Mixed gift box Miot + Biraben delivered within 48 h throughout France (€10 shipping).
- 📧 E-ticket for visit + tasting of the Jurançon cellars: valid for 1 year, ideal as a last-minute gift.
Frequently asked questions about Pau souvenirs
What is the least bulky souvenir to slip into cabin baggage?
The packet of Les Palets de Pau (120 g) fits in a pocket and passes security control without issue.
Where to find a gift box combining several Paloise specialties?
The shop “Saveurs des Pyrénées” (19 rue Montpensier) offers a pack mixing Miot jams, Ours chocolate, and a mini bottle of Jurançon for €29.
Can you visit a foie gras producer near Pau?
Yes, the Trévisan Foie Gras farm organizes a visit-tasting every Saturday in Assat (15 minutes by car, reservation required).
Which souvenirs are suitable for vegetarians?
Miot jams, Ours chocolates, Maison Artiga linen, and Cauterets berlingots are 100% vegetarian.
Is there a special Christmas market to buy these products?
The Pau Christmas Market, place Royale, gathers most of the mentioned houses from December 5 to 24, with events and special discounts.
Want to explore other regions? Discover gift ideas from Lille, Strasbourg, or Barcelona on the 123 Souvenir blog.
