Discover the craft of rust printing
30 minutes Min 4 people3 euros per personAntica Stamperia Marchi, renowned for the textile hand block printing with rust colour, opens its doors to visitors. The guided tour of the workshop reveals the fascinating features of this centuries-old craft. Gabriele and Lara Marchi are now responsible for the workshop run by their family for decades. Participants will have the chance to see their mangle in action: used to prepare the textiles, it dates back to 1633. Visitors can discover Antica Stamperia Marchi's collection of 2,000 hand-carved wood printing blocks many of which dating back to the 17th century. The tour is free for school students and guides accompanying groups.