Discover our Vosges specialties
The Andouille of Val-d’Ajol
Since 1965, the Confrérie des Taste-Andouilles et Gandoyaux (Brotherhood of Andouille and Gandoyaux Sausage Makers) has been promoting this iconic specialty of Val-d'Ajol. Designated a "Site Remarquable du Goût" (Remarkable Taste Site ), the Andouille du Val-d'Ajol is also a registered trademark with the INPI (French National Institute of Industrial Property) since 1984: only five butchers and delicatessen owners in the town are authorized to produce it. The ring authenticates its origin.
Stuffed into a natural casing, it combines 60% lean pork and 40% chitterlings , delicately seasoned with spices. A true source of pride for the Ajolais region!
Abbesses trout pâté
In 2023, the "Cercle Gourmand de Remiremont" association revived the Abbesses trout pâté, a historic Remiremont specialty dating back to the time of the canonesses . Today, trout takes center stage in a modern take on the traditional pâté recipe, created by Jean-Claude Aiguier, former Michelin-starred chef of the Les Abbesses restaurant in Remiremont.
After the Andouille sausage from Val-d'Ajol, the trout pâté from Abbesses is the second specialty to receive the " Site Remarquable du Goût" (Remarkable Taste Site) label in our region! Contact us for a list of our partner artisans.
Vosges Fir Honey PDO
Thanks to the vast coniferous forests of the Vosges Mountains and a climate conducive to the proliferation of the green aphid, which contributes to the production of honeydew, nature creates here one of the finest and rarest honeys in France . It is indeed a honeydew honey, and not a pollen honey.
During the season, large-scale transhumance draws thousands of beehives to the Vosges Mountains and their fir forests. It's then time to savor this natural nectar with its powerful and sweet forest flavor…
Plombieres ice cream
Purely by chance, Plombières Ice Cream was created by Napoleon III's chef, a regular visitor to the spa town. In 1858, this chef botched his crème anglaise and decided to salvage it with Fougerolles kirsch. The Emperor's guests loved it, and he promptly named this new ice cream "Plombières"!
But it was only later, in 1882, that a pastry chef from Plombières had the idea of macerating candied fruits in kirsch to give it the flavor we know today.
The Vosges Bluet
The Balandier family has been cultivating nearly 2000 Bluet des Vosges trees since 1987, using organic farming methods. The Girmont-Val d'Ajol region, a terroir of wild blueberries, is perfectly suited to growing this fruit, which originated in Canada and belongs to the same family as the blueberry that grows wild in our Vosges forests. Larger in size, with white flesh, and slightly sweeter, the Bluet des Vosges (a registered trademark for this fruit cultivated in the Vosges Mountains) offers the same benefits as the wild blueberry : it is very rich in antioxidants and vitamin C.
Jam, syrup, juice, fruit paste, sorbet, sweet and sour, vinegar, aperitif, liqueur… the Bluet des Vosges can be enjoyed in many formats!
Nonnets and lorikeets
Pastry specialties of Remiremont, their origins date back in the time of the canonessesIn the Middle Ages, nuns made the nuns in
from gingerbread to sell to travelers passing through the monastery.
The lorikeet, one of the oldest known pastries, is THE cake of the canonesses. It is a marzipan base in the shape of a 3-pointed star.
Its manufacturing secret is jealously guarded and that of Remiremont is the subject of a registered trademark. Over time, the shape of the tricorn was abandoned
benefit from the Celtic symbol of the triskele. It is now a good travel cake that can be kept for up to three weeks.
Vosges cheeses
Cheeses are part of our culinary heritage. The Vosges pastures, carefully maintained by farmers, give the milk particular aromas and generate cheeses with character: farm Munster AOC, "Cœur de massif" made from Vosges breed cow's milk , mountain Tomme, but also faisselle molded by hand, old-fashioned chique or even homemade creations with andouille cheese or fromage blanc with local fruits… all made with raw milk naturally and in respect of ancestral traditions.
Not forgetting the goat cheeses, available in various sizes: fresh, semi-dry and dry goat cheeses…
Local beers
The Vosges Secrètes territory is a true land of brewers. Its 5 breweries, well known in the Grand Est and elsewhere, revive the destination's brewing tradition through their know-how and their products.
- The Marie-Thérèse brewery in Remiremont
- ESAT Brasserie du Bois Joli in Saint-Nabord
- The La Val Heureuse brewery in Val-d'Ajol
- The Roulier brewery in Val-d'Ajol
- The La Madelon brewery in Saint-Étienne-lès-Remiremont
The producers of the Secret Vosges
Here, we value our local producers and the importance of buying directly from producers. Because eating locally is good for the local economy, for us, and for the environment!
Don't wait to discover the list of our partner producers! Beyond short supply chains, we offer you genuine moments of sharing, discovery and respect.They are farmers, brewers, beekeepers or cheesemakers… 30 local producers, offering direct sales from the production site, open their doors to you and invite you to discover our exceptional terroir.
Ask for your guide at reception or consult it online.
The Chalots Route, between Vosges and Haute-Saône
Small farm outbuildings, called " chello " here, are specific to the Vosges region. There are nearly 300 of them in this area. The oldest date back to the 17th century. These veritable granaries were used to store grain, flour, and also the famous local specialties: Andouilles du Val-d'Ajol sausages and kirsch!
Between Vosges and Haute-Saône, in the heart of the Southern Vosges, take the Route des Chalots and let yourself be surprised… On 120km of marked trails , create your own itinerary to discover the heritage and exceptional know-how.
Between waterfalls and orchards, come and meet artisans and producers who will be happy to present their products and know-how.
By car, bike or on horseback, the Route des Chalots has great encounters in store for you but also wonder through typical landscapes and chalots.
- Discover the chalots, small traditional granaries of the Southern Vosges, symbols of rural heritage.
- Explore at your own pace a marked route between Vosges and Haute-Saône, punctuated by varied landscapes.
- Meet producers who offer tastings and direct sales.
- Combine gourmet visits with hiking and cultural discoveries.
- Put together a basket of local products to take home.
It's impossible to visit the Secret Vosges without tasting these 8 specialties! So, are you team sweet or team savory?
- Vosges Fir Honey PDO
- The historic Plombières ice cream
- The Vosges Bluet
- Nonnets and lorikeets
- The Andouille of Val-d’Ajol
- Abbesses trout pâté
- Vosges cheeses
- Local beers
The tourist office went out to meet local producers in the area and put together the essential local produce guide for you ! You will find profiles of around thirty producers who offer direct sales from their production site.
The shop within the Remiremont Plombières tourist office is much more than just a retail space: it is first and foremost a showcase for our destination. By working directly with local artisans and businesses, we support the local economy and offer essential visibility to sometimes overlooked artisans and producers.
During your visit, we can create a custom-made gift basket for you or your loved ones!
Some producers in our region open their farm gates and welcome visitors. Find the list of farms that can be visited, with or without family, in our local produce guide.