Vichy Pastilles

The Vichy pastilles, the emblematic speciality of the city

The Vichy pastilles are the most emblematic gourmet speciality of the city. This small octagonal sweet, linked to the thermal waters, is part of the identity of Vichy. The Vichy audio-guided tour dwells here to evoke this renowned treat, to be discovered during the visit.

A digestive sweet born of the thermal waters

The Vichy pastille is an octagonal-shaped, white sweet, made from the mineral salts derived from the thermal waters of the city. Renowned for its digestive virtues, it has become the emblematic speciality of Vichy, available in several flavours such as mint, anise, lemon or orange. This small sweet, inseparable from the image of the spa town, is part of its heritage.

What to taste

To discover the speciality of Vichy, you taste the famous octagonal pastille, mint, anise or other flavours. The shops and confectioneries of the city are the best places to get some. It is a tasty way to prolong the discovery of the Queen of Spa Towns and its link to the thermal waters.

Practical information

The Vichy pastilles are found in the shops, confectioneries and businesses of the city, reachable on foot. It is a speciality that you can buy and taste during the walk; there is no single place. The businesses have their own hours; it is best to favour local establishments to discover the authentic pastille.

What is the Vichy pastille?

It is a digestive sweet of octagonal shape, made from the mineral salts of the thermal waters of the city, the emblematic speciality of Vichy.

Where to buy the Vichy pastilles?

In the shops and confectioneries of the city of Vichy, which offer the speciality in several flavours.