Born in 1997, Quechua is Decathlon’s hiking and camping brand. Our objective is to create innovative, durable and reliable gear for everyone's outdoor adventures.

The Quechua brand was conceived at the foot of Mont Blanc in France. A founding team of nine people converted their apartment into an office, designing and transforming their visions into real-life, tangible products. Less than a year later, in the spring of 1998, the group launched its products geared toward hikers and campers in all Decathlon stores.

The name Quechua originates from the Quechua people, located at the heart of the Andes, in Peru. It serves as an example of integration and adaptation to the mountain environment. Its members live for the mountains and are devoted to protecting such environments while practicing a sustainable lifestyle. They developed a society based upon community, exchange and listening. These characteristics are the basis of what drives the heart of the Quechua.