H2o Parapluies

H2O Umbrellas : The enduring elegance of Norman craftsmanship



Come and discover the secrets behind the manufacture of our handmade designer umbrellas in our Workshop-Boutique. We specialise in top-of-the-range, durable designs, and have been guaranteeing our artisanal know-how, Made in Normandy, since 1994. Combining tradition and technical innovation, discover a chic, robust accessory with a lifetime guarantee.



Located in Crépon, the H2O Parapluies factory is one of the last bastions of exceptional French manufacturing. With the Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (EPV) label, our company perpetuates a rare technical mastery to create timeless pieces that can brave the winds of our Normandy coastline.

An immersion in the heart of craftsmanship
Open the doors of our workshop and immerse yourself in a world where attention to detail is king. During your visit, you'll discover the steps involved in making a prestigious object:

The excellence of the components: Discover the nobility of the needles, masts and ribs that make our creations so solid.
The precision of the sewing: Watch the delicate work on specialised machines where each stitch ensures the perfect tension of the fabric.
A designer collection: Our range offers 180 models, from the most classic to the most contemporary, including our technical icons: the Passvent (anti-turnover) and the Canapluie.
Responsible chic
Choosing H2O means opting for sustainable consumption. Each umbrella is designed to last and comes with a lifetime guarantee, a testament to our confidence in the strength of our craftsmanship. For sale on site or on our website.

Details of Technical Visits :

Individuals :

Free visit: Take a free stroll around our workshop-shop to observe the fabrications in progress.
Summer visits with demonstration (Free): Every Friday at 11am during the summer holidays. Duration: 45 minutes. Online booking only.
Groups (by appointment only):

Discovery tour: Full demonstration of the production process. Duration: 1h15. Price: €8/person (10 to 40 people).
Normandy Tour: Demonstration with tasting of a glass of cider or apple juice. Duration: 1h15. Price: €15/person (10 to 25 people).
Prestige Tour: Demonstration with a complimentary glass of champagne. Duration: 1h15. Price: €25/person (4 to 15 people).