Nuevo Baztán hosts a traditional esparto grass spinning workshop
Nuevo Baztán hosts a traditional esparto grass spinning workshop
13 May 2026
The Nuevo Baztán Interpretation Centre will host a Traditional Esparto Grass Spinning Workshop, a free activity for all audiences offering a close-up look at this traditional craft.
The workshop will take place on Sunday, 12 April and Sunday, 17 May 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Interpretation Centre, located at C/ del Arco, 1.
This activity will introduce participants to a technique linked to the intangible cultural heritage of the Region of Madrid. During the session, they will learn how to make esparto grass rope and create a hanging planter.
The workshop will be led by Al Fresco-Museos Efímeros and forms part of the celebrations for the European Artistic Crafts Days and Museum Day.
The activity is free of charge and advance booking is required. Registrations can be made by calling 918 736 238 or 686 941 217, or by emailing cinbaztan@madrid.org.
With this initiative, Nuevo Baztán strengthens its commitment to preserving traditional crafts and promoting local heritage.









