Pierre Hermé — Specialty Store in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Paris
Pierre Hermé on Rue Bonaparte is where you find the Ispahan macaron, a rose, raspberry, and lychee combination that many consider the reason to visit.
Signature French Pastries
At Pierre Hermé on Rue Bonaparte, the Ispahan macaron is a fresh, balanced blend of rose, raspberry, and lychee. This specialty shop in Saint-Germain-des-Prés offers beautifully packaged macarons and pastries, perfect for gifting or a personal treat. It opens daily, including Sundays until 7 pm.
Verified November 2026 · 2 independent sources
A Taste of Pierre Hermé in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Pierre Hermé Paris on Rue Bonaparte is a specialty shop in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighborhood, easily reached from Saint-Sulpice station. The shop offers French pastries and chocolates, with staff ready to offer advice and tasting samples. The shop presents an elegant setting and a warm welcome.
The Ispahan macaron, with its rose, raspberry, and lychee flavors, is a signature item that many seek out. You can also find a vanilla macaron praised for its deep taste, or try the Ispahan croissant, a crisp yet soft pastry worth a dedicated trip. Chocolate samplers are often handed out at the door, offering intense and balanced flavors. The display case also features seasonal macaron flavors, such as pistachio or Mogador, and a delicate mille-feuille.
The macarons come in beautifully packaged assortment boxes, making them ideal for gifts. While there is no seating, the shop provides a pleasant grab-and-go experience. The staff are friendly and helpful, guiding you through the selection. Service is courteous and attentive.
Expect prices to be higher for these small treats. A box of four macarons can cost around €12, with individual macarons priced at about €2.9 each. However, the quality often justifies the cost for those seeking a special indulgence.
The shop in Saint-Germain-des-Prés offers French pastries, such as the Ispahan, and chocolates that are intense and perfectly balanced. For the best experience, enjoy macarons immediately after purchase, as their shells can dry out.
What to look for
Ispahan Macaron
A rose, raspberry, and lychee combination repeatedly named as the reason to come, praised for its fresh, balanced flavor.
Macaron Assortment Box
Mixed boxes let you try many flavors at once and are beautifully packaged, well suited for gifts.
Ispahan Croissant
A croissant version of the signature flavor, described as crisp yet soft and worth a dedicated trip across Paris.
The pick list
What to bring home
Macaron assortment box
Mixed boxes allow for tasting many flavors at once. They are beautifully packaged, making them well suited for gifts.
Ispahan macaron
The rose, raspberry and lychee combination is the reason to come, with its fresh, balanced flavour.
Chocolate and chocolate sampler
Small chocolates are offered at the door as a pleasant welcome, and sold in the shop. They are intense and balanced.
Vanilla macaron
The vanilla macaron offers an unusually deep and flavorful experience.
Ispahan croissant
This croissant version of the signature Ispahan flavor is a crisp yet soft pastry, with filling on both sides.
Who is this for
This specialty shop suits souvenir hunters looking for beautifully packaged Parisian treats to take home. It is also ideal for curious browsers wanting to explore unique flavor combinations in macarons and pastries.
Monoprix at 52 Rue de Rennes offers a broader range of everyday groceries and French specialties for a more extensive shopping trip.
The verdict
At Pierre Hermé, prices are high for small quantities. However, you will find unique flavor combinations and pastries like the amazing Ispahan croissant or the delicate and light mille-feuille.
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