Who owns Boursin?
Boursin is owned by Bel Group (France), which has owned the brand since 1990.[1] Boursin was founded in 1957 in Normandy and was independent until 1990.
This ownership is reported in official statements but has not yet been matched to a regulatory filing.
Key facts
- Current owner
- Groupe Bel reported
- Owned since
- Previous owner
- Independent (1957–1990)
- Owner HQ
- 🇫🇷 France, Suresnes
- Origin
- 🇫🇷 France, Normandy
- Founded
- 1957
- Category
- Food › Dairy & alternatives › Cheese
- Last verified
- · 1 sources
About Boursin
Boursin is a soft cheese flavoured with garlic and herbs, created in Normandy in 1957 and inspired by a traditional dish in which diners mixed their own herbs into fresh cheese. Bel Group acquired the brand in 1990. Its French advertising line, about bread, wine and Boursin, is one of the most quoted slogans in French television history.
Ownership timeline of Boursin
Where Boursin sits in Bel Group
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the parent company of Boursin?
The parent company of Boursin is Bel Group, a family-owned company headquartered in France.
Is Boursin French?
Yes. Boursin originated in France in 1957 and its owner, Bel Group, is also headquartered in France.
Since when has Bel Group owned Boursin?
Bel Group has owned Boursin since 1990.
Who owned Boursin before Bel Group?
Boursin was an independent company from its founding in 1957 in Normandy until Bel Group acquired it in 1990.
Is Boursin still owned by Bel Group?
Yes. As of 6 September 2026, Boursin is still owned by Bel Group. The ownership record was last checked against primary sources on that date.
Sources (1) & corrections
Last verified . Every ownership fact above is backed by one of these primary documents. Numbers in brackets in the text refer to this list.
- [1] Bel Group — our brands — Groupe Bel, Official document; retrieved 6 September 2026.
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