About Us

Born from the restless spirit of Vicente Grimalt in Gata de Gorgos (Alicante), ALE-HOP is much more than a Spanish gift shop brand: it is a universe where imagination and design come together to turn the everyday into unforgettable moments. Guided by creativity and a commitment to authenticity, we design our own collections that connect with people through more than 340 stores in Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Croatia. In each one, our cow — the unmistakable symbol of ALE-HOP — invites you in and encourages you to be surprised. Today, we continue to grow as a self-financed, family-owned company that employs over 2,000 people and moves steadily toward an international future, without losing sight of what makes us unique.

From today onwards, we want you to be part of our history.

You are ALE-HOP!

Our team

At ALE-HOP, people come first. With a team of over 2,500 'HOPers' focused on surprising, innovating, and offering fun and uniquely designed products, we work to ensure that everyone feels part of a project where they can grow, contribute, and enjoy their work.

We foster an environment where enthusiasm, initiative, and team spirit make all the difference.

Our emblem

In 2001, with the opening of the first ALE-HOP store, it was decided that there was a very important team member who should always be present in the stores: OUR COW.

Yes, the same cow that rings the bell every time a customer enters to enjoy our products!

Our stores

Our stores are located in the most iconic spots of major cities, on busy streets frequented by both tourists and locals, as well as in high-traffic train stations and airports. From the cow that welcomes everyone at the entrance to the light that fills every corner, everything is designed so the product stands out and the space sparks curiosity.

Explore, discover, and enjoy!

Our mission and vision

Our mission: "To create lots and lots of ILLUSION accessible to EVERYONE."

Our vision: "To be the benchmark of ILLUSION in the woooooooorld in a fun, original, and sustainable way."