Meet gondola’s craftsman: creation of the Forcola
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Meet gondola’s craftsman: creation of the Forcola

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Amazing experience with Piero Dri, one of the few artisans that still creates the famous gondola’s Forcola: a type of rowlock used by the gondolier to move the special boat along the waterways and the Canal Grande. Each fórcola is a unique piece since it is specifically designed for its personal gondolier according to his height and rowing needs.
Meet Piero in his workshop in the heart of Venice (5 minutes from Rialto Bridge) and starts the lesson where he’ll show all the procedure to create this magic item: from the beginning to the end. During the experience he will narrate history, secrets and legends of gondolas and the Venetian gondoliers!
In front of your eyes the master artisan creates this unique Venetian artwork that has the actual shape after centuries of experimentation
A unique experience to live Venice as a local discovering the legendary art of making a Forcola.


Stop At:

• Il Forcolaio Matto, Calle del Cristo Cannaregio 4231, 30121 Venice Italy
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Included
  • Live commentary
  • Live demonstration of making a gondola
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Features
Tourism
70%
Cultural
60%
Original
30%
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