The Palet game

What is the Palet Game?

The Palet game is a classic French outdoor skill game, beloved in Vendée, Brittany, and across France, often played with friends or family in gardens, parks, or village festivals. The aim: throw your palet (a small flat disc, often in cast iron, brass, recycled materials, silicon or wood) as close as possible to a smaller target disc known as the “maître” or “jack,” much like pétanque.

How is it played?

- The “maître” is tossed on a flat surface: classically, a wooden board (often 45–70 cm square) or directly on grass or a path.

- Standing a few meters away (2.8–5m, depending on variant), players or teams take turns tossing their pallets, trying to get closest to the maître, or to knock opponents' pallets further away.

- Points are scored for every palet you have closer to the maître than your opponent's nearest palet.

- The first team or player to reach a pre-set score (often 11 or 13) wins!

Throwing distances in Palet

Depending on the variant, the distance between the player and the slab (or board) varies:

• Brass palet on lead slab: the official distance is 2.80 m.

• Cast iron / lead palet on lead slab: the distance is 3.80 m.

• Other variants (Breton palet, games like Koojji, etc.): the reference distance is 5 m. For a more casual practice or when space is limited, a minimum distance of 3 m is recommended.

Playing with Different Formats Sold on Our Website

Our store makes it easy for everyone, beginner or expert, to play with the format you like most:

- Cast Iron Palets : For traditional, official play on a lead or wooden board. These are heavy and stable, ideal for serious games and competitions.

- Brass Palets : Lighter and with a golden color, these can be used on boards for a different feel and sound. Great for variety and collectors.

- Wooden Palets : Perfect for children, families, or casual fun. These are lighter, safe, and can be played indoors or outdoors, on boards or on soft grass.

- Recycled and easily transportable Palets: Designed for small areas and fast-paced games, for example on a table, on flat ground outdoors or indoors. They can also be played on a mini-board or a leather target.

Accessories like boards, carrying bags, and measuring tools are also available, so you can start playing anywhere, at any level, with a set that fits your style.

Whether you love the thrill of friendly competition or the joy of a game played in the garden, the palet game adapts to every player. Explore our shop to find your perfect set!