WORKSHOP: DISCOVERING WEAVING AND THE LOOM

Presentation

Travel Back in Time with Our Workshop: 'The Woolen Industry in Carcassonne'

A fascinating activity for children and adults alike. Discover how Carcassonne, famous for its medieval ramparts, was also a major center of textile production in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Guided by weaving instructors, you’ll learn to use small looms and explore full-sized looms—from medieval models to those from the 1970s. You’ll discover traditional thread preparation techniques, the role of frames and combs, and the intricate workings of these fascinating tools.
This workshop invites you to understand how artisan weaving evolved over the centuries, from family workshops to the rise of Carcassonne’s woolen manufacturing industry, which brought renown to the city.
A sensory and educational experience—both historical and creative—that immerses you in Carcassonne’s textile heritage and reconnects you with the crafts of yesteryear.