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Museum · Amalfi, Campânia
Museo della Carta
Old paper mill in the Vale dos Moinhos, with water-driven machines that made the carta di Amalfi, the town's handmade paper, and a demonstration of how a sheet is made by hand.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Museo della Carta
The Museo della Carta occupies an old paper mill in the Valle dei Mulini, the Vale dos Moinhos, in the upper part of Amalfi. The town has made paper since the Middle Ages, and the carta di Amalfi, also called carta bambagina, made from rags of cotton and linen, is one of the oldest in Europe.
The museum was opened in 1969 by Nicola Milano, from one of the town's paper-making families. The original machines, restored and operational, show how the force of the Canneto stream's water drove the hammers that turned rags into pulp.
The guided tour is short and ends with a demonstration of making a sheet by hand. Upstairs there are photos, prints and a library about the history of paper. In the shop you'll find notebooks, stationery and invitations made with the local paper.
From the museum, the street continues uphill through the valley, among the ruins of other paper mills and old mills — a quiet stretch of walking away from the bustle of the square.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 30 to 45 minutes, including the guided tour and the demonstration.
Best time
At midday, when the sun is strong on the beach and in the harbor. It's also a good option on days with rough seas, when the boats don't run.
How to get there
On foot, from the Piazza Duomo, following the main street (Via Lorenzo d'Amalfi and Via Pietro Capuano) uphill, about 10 to 15 minutes of easy ascent.
Tip
There is an option for a visit with a workshop to make your own sheet of paper; check availability and whether advance booking is recommended. Take advantage of the climb to look at the paper and ceramics shops along the way.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Museo della Carta
What is the carta di Amalfi?
It is the handmade paper produced in the town since the Middle Ages, made from cotton and linen rags. It is still produced and sold in the town's shops.
Is the visit guided?
Yes. The route is usually guided and ends with a demonstration of how a sheet of paper is made. Check which languages are available.
Is it a good visit for children?
Yes. The visit is short and the practical demonstration usually holds children's attention. There is also an option with a workshop; check in advance.
Is it far from the center?
No. It's about 10 to 15 minutes on foot from Piazza Duomo, up the main street.