History of the Company

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2010
Foundation as confectionery wholesaler
The first sweet gifts were created. The idea of combining confectionery with a toy was born. It was the beginning of the future dynamic development of the company.
Opening of the new production plant and offices,
further extensions of this complex in 1983-1996.
The production launch of chocolate-filled Advent calendars.
Today the complete range is impressive and the first product a classic:
The "Music Advent Calendar."

The "Stocking Boot" was born – a major element within the Windel Christmas range
The building of a second production plant dedicated to the production of Advent calendars and Sweet Gifts. Windel now enjoys more than 13,000 sq. metres of production area together with 8,000 sq. metres of logistical / warehousing capacity.
Foundation Windel France S.A.R.L. Company
Launch of Disney licence products
Launching of chocolate ranges (Christmas Chocolate, Easter Chocolate, Twinny)