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Vittel Mineral Content: Calcium, Magnesium and TDS Explained
Vittel is a still French mineral water known for a notably high calcium content relative to other still waters. Here's the full mineral breakdown and what it means for taste and use.
Where Vittel comes from
Vittel is sourced from the Vosges mountains in northeastern France, where water filters slowly through calcium-rich limestone rock before being drawn from a protected aquifer. That limestone filtration is why Vittel's calcium level stands out even among other French mineral waters.
Vittel mineral profile
Vittel's label lists a total dissolved solids (TDS) figure of roughly 841 mg/L — moderate-high compared to soft waters like Evian or Volvic, but well below extreme-mineral waters like Gerolsteiner or Contrex.
| Mineral | Approximate amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 240 mg/L |
| Magnesium | 43 mg/L |
| Bicarbonate | 402 mg/L |
| Sodium | 5 mg/L |
| TDS (total) | 841 mg/L |
How Vittel compares to other French mineral waters
Vittel carries roughly 3× the calcium of Evian (80 mg/L) and around 6× that of Volvic (12 mg/L), making it one of the higher-calcium still mineral waters commonly available outside a specialty import shop. It's still well below Contrex, France's calcium extreme at 468 mg/L.
Best use
Vittel's calcium-forward, low-sodium profile makes it a reasonable everyday pick for people specifically seeking dietary calcium from still water, without the sodium load carried by some high-mineral sparkling waters.
Frequently asked questions
Is Vittel high in minerals?
Vittel has a moderate-high TDS of about 841 mg/L, driven mainly by calcium (240 mg/L). It's more mineralized than Evian or Volvic but far below extreme-mineral waters like Gerolsteiner or Contrex.
Is Vittel good for you?
Vittel's high calcium and low sodium make it a reasonable contributor to daily calcium intake for most healthy adults. As with any mineral water, check with a doctor if you're on a mineral-restricted diet.
Is Vittel still or sparkling?
Vittel is a still (non-carbonated) mineral water.
Who owns Vittel?
Vittel is part of Nestlé Waters' international portfolio, alongside Perrier, San Pellegrino and Acqua Panna.
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