Alsatian Mannele Keyring 7 cm

The Mannele, a little companion straight from Alsace

This Mannele keyring, measuring 7 cm tall and 2.3 cm thick, takes on, in miniature, the round, appetising silhouette of the well-known Alsatian little man, in a lovely golden gingerbread shade. Its embroidered face shows a mischievous smile, a little red nose and freckle-like dots on its cheeks, while a red bow decorates its neck, complemented by a green trim along the arms and legs. On its tummy, the word "Alsace" is carefully embroidered, proudly recalling its regional origins.

Fitted with a sturdy keyring, this little figure attaches easily to a set of keys, a backpack or a bag, letting you carry a touch of softness and local colour with you wherever you go. An ideal souvenir to remember a stay in Alsace, or a lovely nod to the St Nicholas Day tradition, when Alsatian bakeries make brioche men in its likeness.

Features

• Height: 7 cm
• Thickness: 2.3 cm
• Little-man shape with keyring
• Embroidered face, bow and Alsace details
• Soft plush, generously stuffed
• Care: hand wash only, maximum 30°, do not tumble dry

The Mannele, a living tradition in Alsace

Far more than just a treat, the Mannele (also known as Manala in some villages) is one of those small rituals that mark the Alsatian winter. Every year, as 6 December approaches, young and old alike look forward to this little brioche man, a symbol of generosity and sharing, passed down from generation to generation in the homes and bakeries of the region.

This keyring draws on that emblematic figure to create a small everyday companion, a tender object that keeps a piece of this warm Alsatian folklore alive all year round, wherever you go.