Calçats Roig in Figueres ends a 157-year family era

Miquel Roig retires as the historic shoe store prepares for a new commercial chapter.

Generic image of the facade of a historic shoe store on a commercial street.
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Generic image of the facade of a historic shoe store on a commercial street.

The iconic Calçats Roig store in Figueres held a farewell party last Sunday to mark the retirement of its owner, Miquel Roig, concluding a 157-year family cycle.

The event took place at the Casino Menestral due to strong winds. It honored Miquel Roig Casademont, who has managed the business since 1983 and received the National Trade Award in 2021 from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

"It was a thank you and a see you soon, we will have good news shortly. I thank the City Council, the Casino, and Comerç Figueres."

Miquel Roig · Owner of Calçats Roig
Founded in 1869 by Sebastià Roig as a traditional espadrille workshop, the business grew under Sebastià Roig Sirvent from 1944 onwards, becoming a landmark in Figueres and Banyoles.