Over time…

Sylvain Barthes, born in 1904 in Castanet, was affected at a very young age by the
Polio. Unable to work on the farm.

In 1924 , he opened his first shop at the Baraque de Fraysse, the future
Baraqueville. He made custom-made men's shoes there.
women and children, responding in particular to the needs of farmers
the region.

In 1930, he moved to Avenue du Centre and set up shop
historical, equipped with the first electric machines. Its expertise
Its craftsmanship and reliability quickly attracted a loyal clientele.
During the war, despite supply difficulties, Sylvain knew
to continue to support its customers through its relationships with manufacturers.
In the 1960s, his daughter Thérèse took over the business and gave it a
New momentum: wider choice, prestigious brands, travel
professionals in Paris and Milan to keep up with fashion. The boutique became a
a true living space where people came as much to buy shoes as to
discuss.

Over the decades, the store modernized, expanded, and acquired a
a solid reputation extending beyond the department's borders. Thérèse participated
also actively involved in the Tourist Information Office and in particular in the organization of the
Agricultural Equipment Fair , a major event in Baraqueville which is
still relevant on the first Sunday of May.

In 2008 , after a life dedicated to commerce, Thérèse passed on her expertise.
To do for Gilles. With Caroline and Gilles, the shop retained its soul: the smell
Leather, quality, proximity, and conviviality. Maison Barthes expanded
then with two stores in Rodez.

Over time

Since 1930, Maison Barthes has been part of the local landscape.
Until 2024, Barthes Shoes remained an iconic boutique where
Customers were once again greeted with the same welcome, service and quality.
Today, Maison Barthes is reinventing itself. The historic address
becomes Maison Barthes – Suites B&B, an intimate and elegant place. A
A new page is being written, faithful to the same high standards.