Did you know that broom can be spun into thread for weaving? 

This ancient spinning technique is still in use in the picturesque village of Tortorella, in the lower Cilento region, just a few kilometers from Sapri and the sea. To learn this art, you'll begin with a pleasant and evocative walk through the places where broom grows abundantly. After the harvest, you'll be welcomed into a workshop where you'll discover the secrets of boiling and macerating the stems, passed down from generation to generation.

During the lunch break, you'll delight in a 'mbosta, the typical meal of the local peasant cuisine. You'll taste a loaf of bread stuffed with 'iuparedda – a delicious mix of eggplant, peppers, potatoes, zucchini, onion, and tomato – accompanied by a platter of zero-kilometer typical salami and cheeses, all washed down with a good local wine or craft beer.

In the afternoon, you'll take a stroll through the fascinating historic streets of Tortorella to discover the hidden corners of this charming village. Back in the workshop, you'll resume work with the flaxing phase, transforming the stems into delicate fibers. You'll conclude the day by hand-spinning your broom thread, with which you'll create a small lucky charm, a precious memento of the experience.

This multisensory experience is not just a dive into tradition, but a journey that will introduce you to the essence of Tortorella: its breathtaking landscapes, the historic center rich in history, the genuineness of peasant cuisine, and the ancient and fascinating local craftsmanship.

Come and create your broom thread and be enchanted by the magic of Tortorella. Check availability and book your experience in Campania now!