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The Rampal Latour Soap factory has been awarded the Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (EPV) label as a Company of Living Heritage from the Government for the excellence of their knowledge…
THE RAMPALS, 5 GENERATIONS OF SOAPMAKERS SINCE 1828
Our story begins in 1878 when Pierre Rampal became Master SoapMaker at the factory Court-de-Payen in Marseille…
THE ART OF MARSEILLE SOAP, AN ANCESTRAL INDUSTRY
After a long period of prosperity, the local Marseille soap industry was left behind when washing machines and laundry detergent entered the market….
SALON DE PROVENCE , SOAP CAPITAL 1873
Gold medal at the Exposition Universelle in 1900, Salon, the intersection of provence was known for a long time as the “Capital of Soap and Oil…”
TRANSMISSION OF RAMPAL’S UNIQUE SAVOIR FAIRE IN 2004
Ten years after the transmission by Rene Rampal the adventure continues and confirms Rampal Latour’s commitment to the noble profession of soap maker…
OUR OPENING HOURS
A visit to our one hundred year old factory at 71 rue Felix Pyat is more than a discovery; it’s truly a voyage into a little known universe.
FACTORY VISITS
Our secret? Produce simple, good and true soaps since 1828. Typically Provencal, the authentic factory invites you to discover the noble profession of our craftsmen. A mythical place to discover our passion.
NEWS
Being one of the oldest French soap factories pushes us to proclaim the beauty of our savoir faire.
Follow our team of soap makers who are organizing for some unique events in the heart of Salon and even to the other side of the world.
ACCESS MAP
A visit to the factory is a discovery of the true story of a Provencal family. Lived and told since 1828 by 5 generations of soap makers, this story has gone around the world thanks to our authentic, true soaps.
RELATIONSHIPS
All relationships are communication. An exchange. They are also the links that unite and allow us to transmit what we feel is essential.
RESPECT
Our first mark of respect goes to tradition. The consideration we have for this ancient art of Provencal soap making linking us to our history.
TRADITION
Tradition is an inheritance, knowledge, a message received. It is also a responsibility accepted and performed daily that we like to share.
