The saffron harvest

Maria Elena will be delighted to welcome you to her farm to get to know the ritual of the harvest of the most prized spice in the world: saffron!

Under her careful guidance, you will actively participate in the harvest of the purple crocus flowers  and the process of separating the saffron-bearing stigmas from the flower, before proceeding to the drying phase. You will be fascinated by the delicacy of these patient practices and by the passion with which Marie Elena performs this work every day in the period of blooming.

At the end of the process, you will be offered a chance to try the traditional products of the farm and will receive a packet of organic saffron as a souvenir of your farming experience.

Azienda Agricola La Taverna, Via Camporbiano, 43/a - 50050 Gambassi Terme (FI) About 3 hours Italian, English, French

• Guided tour of the farm
• Saffron harvest
• Tasting of specialties from the farm

• Comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking.

• The activity may not be suitable for clients with disabilities.
• The activity is suitable for those over 65 and children of all ages (assuming parents have a stroller/pram if needed).
• You are kindly asked to communicate any food allergies or intolerances in advance by writing to aazagrlataverna@virgilio.it.

Prices
Adults:
45 € (up to 2 people)
35 € (3 people)
30 € (from 4 to 6 people)

Children:
7 € (from 7-12 years)
free (up to age 6)

2 6 10.30 am

• In light rain, the activity will be held as normal with umbrellas or raincoats recommended; in case of heavy rain or storms, the visit must be postponed.