Leonforte, Sicily: Handmade Paper Workshop with Guided Tour Leonforte Sicily: Handmade Paper Workshop with Guided Tour
ID: GYG1118178-1716497
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
Discover the traditional techniques of handmade paper in Leonforte. Visit the Crisa Paper Mill, watch the artisanal production, and take part in a hands-on demonstration.
Check out the Crisa Paper Mill in Leonforte, where twin brothers Francesco and Giuseppe have revived the ancient art of handmade paper using the medieval Fabriano method. The tour includes a guided walk through the workshop, where you can observe every stage of the artisanal production: from the use of cotton and pure water from the local spring to the creation of the sheet of paper. You'll discover the traditional techniques, still used today with passion and skill. The visit also includes a hands-on demonstration that will give you a close-up look at the work of the master papermaker, immersing you in an authentic cultural experience linked to the Sicilian territory.
Highlights
- An authentic cultural experience in the heart of Leonforte, Sicily
- Take a guided tour with a demonstration of traditional techniques
- The only artisan paper mill in Sicily that still uses medieval techniques
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Guided tour of the artisan workshop in Leonforte
- A detailed explanation of traditional papermaking techniques
- Hands-on demonstration of the production process
- A chance to see how natural raw materials like cotton and spring water are used
- Time for questions and insights with the artisans
NOT INCLUDED
- Transport costs to get to the paper mill
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
