Textile Tours: discover our sustainable supply chain
We have created real guided tours in collaboration with Cap Viaggi Tour Operator, to discover the companies that deal with textile recycling in Prato.
Take part in our ecological tours and discover the sustainable textile transformation process.
You will be able to see the rag-pickers at work up close and discover the transformation from scraps and waste into new textile resources.
Next Textile Tours date:
Saturday, March 15
Look closely at circular fashion
A route capable of offering a 360-degree look at the recycling of textile fibers, departing by bus from Prato Central Station.
1st STOP
Nuova Fratelli Boretti
to see the art of rag-pickers up close
2nd Stop
Filatura Filpucci
to discover how old garments are transformed into new yarn
3rd stop
Prato Textile Museum
to dive into the history of the textile district and learn more about textile craftsmanship.
4th Stop
Rifò headquarters
where you can touch the finished recycled product first-hand.
Ticket cost:
Adults: €39 (also including the visit to the Textile Museum)
Reduced: €19 (children and teenagers up to 11 years of age)
How long does it last:
From 10am to 6pm, with a one hour free lunch break.
Each tour requires a minimum membership of 25 people and is aimed at a maximum of 45 participants.
Visit Rifò
If you want to discover the world of Rifò you can write to us at support@rifo-lab.com for a visit to our office in via Vincenzo da Filicaia 26/c in Prato.
We will delve deeper into the topic of sustainable fashion, explain how Rifò was born and how it operates and answer all your questions.
Cost: 15 euros per person, minimum 2 people; free visit for children up to 12 years.
Available from January to September in English or Italian.
Do you want to organize a private Textile Tour?
For schools, universities and private groups of at least 15 people who wish to observe textile recycling with a dedicated guide closely. You can customize the visit and adjust the price based on your needs.