Between walnut-scented foie gras, sparkling Limousin ceramics, and chestnut cosmetics, Corrèze is filled with authentic gifts to extend your holiday; here are immediately the 5 must-have souvenirs to bring back:
- 🥧 Duck gastronomic products (foie gras, confit, stuffed neck)
- 🍯 Local sweet treats: nougat, traditional jams & biscuits
- 🍻 Corrézian beers & spirits for a hearty aperitif
- 🪵 Crafts & wellness (chestnut cosmetics, wooden objects)
- 🎁 Custom gift baskets ready to give
Top 5 Corrèze souvenirs to slip into your suitcase
The list above summarizes the essentials; the following paragraphs detail each idea, their key points of sale, and an indicative budget.
1. Duck delights: Corrèze’s gastronomic gold
The hearty terroir puts duck in the spotlight: whole foie gras Maison Vedier, confit, or figs with foie gras from La Ferme du Puy (19130 Saint-Aulaire). In Brive, the family-run cannery of Square Lacombe de Job also prepares a stuffed neck that can be kept for 3 years without refrigeration: ideal for travelers.
- 📍 Advice shop: 11 boulevard Maréchal Lyautey, 19100 Brive
- 💶 Budget: €15 for a 180 g jar up to €45 for premium foie gras
- 🧑🍳 Tip: reheat the confit 20 min at 180 °C to restore original crispiness
2. Sweet treats for nostalgic palates
Sweet tooths will fall for the Nougat des Arts (6 place Gambetta, Tulle) and the ultra-fruity jams Les Confitures de Nicole (Voutezac, Sunday morning market halls). Not to mention the artisanal rusk La Chanteracoise which stays light in the suitcase.
| 🍬 Treat | Address | Signature flavor | Average price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nougat des Arts 😋 | Tulle center | Walnut & honey | €6 /100 g |
| Confitures de Nicole 🍓 | Voutezac | Strawberry-blackberry | €5.90 /jar |
| La Chanteracoise 🍞 | St-Germain-du-Salembre | Plain rusk | €3.50 /packet |
3. Beers & spirits 100% hearty
The Brasserie Corrézienne (12 avenue Léon Blum, Brive) brews a hop-forward IPA awarded in 2025. For a digestif, head to La Maison Denoix (9 boulevard Voltaire) and its walnut liqueur or Distillerie Louis Roque in Souillac for the famous Vieille Prune.
- 🍻 Seasonal beers from €3.80 for 33 cl
- 🥃 Denoix liqueur 30 cl: approx. €18
- 🚗 All these spots are within a 15-minute walk from Brive train station
Curious to compare with other brewing regions? Explore the Lyon scene via our guide What to bring back from Lyon.
4. Cosmetics & wellness crafts
Cosmétiques La Châtaigneraie (33 route de la Châtaigneraie, Meymac) infuse chestnut oil into certified organic moisturizing creams. For a decorative object, the turned beech cutting boards from the Uzerche workshop are a hit.
- 🪴 Hand cream 50 ml: €9.50
- 🪵 Engraved cutting board: €25
- 🌱 Zero waste process: refillable containers available
5. Personalized gift baskets
Short on space? Build a mixed basket ready to mail: the Brive shop packs it as a small suitcase or lantern. The concept is exported: discover other tips in our articles on Troyes or Nîmes.
| 🎁 Typical contents | Weight | Shipping cost FR | Delivery time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini aperitif basket | <1 kg | €6 | 48 h |
| Discovery box | 1-3 kg | €9 | 72 h |
| Prestige box | 3-5 kg | €12 | 5 days |
Corrèze delicacies: addresses and markets to watch for
The markets abound with these products; follow this brief roadmap not to miss anything.
- 🗓️ Tuesday: Brive market at place de la Guierle (8am-1pm)
- 🗓️ Friday: Objat market with Salaisons Objat 🥓
- 🗓️ Sunday: Voutezac, stand Les Confitures de Nicole
- 🏭 Guided tours: artisan gastronomy route
Before leaving, compare with specialties from other destinations like Reims or Limoges.
Crafts and wellness: sustainable gifts from Corrèze
The department supports the Living Heritage Company label. La Maison Denoix or even certified food crafts showcase expertise passed down for over a century.
- 🧴 Chestnut range: face cream, solid soap, lip balm
- 🪢 Leather & wood: belts, boards, engraved pens
- 🛍️ Points of sale: boutique workshops in Uzerche, Meymac, Argentat-sur-Dordogne
Fancy exoticism? Compare with Greek artisans via our guide What to bring back from Greece.
Tips for composing a hearty gift basket and avoiding common mistakes
Some rules help optimize weight, budget, and shelf life:
- 📏 Check airline restrictions: liquids <100 ml in cabin
- 🌡️ Select sterilized products (semi-cooked foie gras? prefer appertized)
- ♻️ Choose a reusable packaging: thick cardboard small suitcase or wicker basket
- 🗺️ Mix max 5 references to stay under 2 kg
- 💌 Slip in a postcard from Collonges-la-Rouge for the local touch
The guide Corrèze must-have souvenirs offers other thematic combinations.
For those touring several regions, the section Souvenir shops in Rennes illustrates easily adaptable basket models.
FAQ
What is the easiest Corrèze specialty to transport?
The appertized foie gras 180 g can be kept at room temperature and tolerates long trips well.
Where to buy an authentic walnut liqueur?
Directly at La Maison Denoix (9 bd Voltaire, Brive) or via their website, delivery within 48 hours across France.
What non-food souvenir is most popular with children?
The blueberry-scented soaps by Cosmétiques La Châtaigneraie, light and fun.
Is it possible to visit a Corrèze brewery?
Yes, the Brasserie Corrézienne organizes tasting tours on Wednesdays (reservation recommended).
Is there a market that gathers producers in one place?
The Marché des Producteurs de Pays in Objat, every Friday evening in summer, brings together duck, walnuts, beer, and crafts in the same square.
