Wollkarderei Desax
Traditional business in Disentis that is considered the oldest wool-processing company in Switzerland; guided tours show the historic carding machine in operation.
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About the museum
The Wollkarderei de Sax in Disentis/Mustér is considered the oldest wool-processing company in Switzerland. Here sheep's wool is processed from scratch according to old tradition and using only natural materials: it is washed, carded and dyed.
The heart of the business is a historic carding machine which, depending on the source, is some 150 to 160 years old and still loosens and aligns the wool fibers today. Roland de Sax learned the craft from his grandfather and carries it on.
Visitors can get to know the business on guided tours, where the individual work steps are explained at the old machine. At times, the tours are part of the guest program of Sedrun Disentis Tourismus; outside of that, and for groups, they are offered by arrangement. In addition, a spinning course can be booked as a private lesson.
Highlights
- Considered the oldest wool-processing company in Switzerland
- Historic carding machine in operation
- Wool is washed, carded and dyed with natural materials
- Tours by registration, spinning course as a private lesson
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Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
By public transit
By train to Disentis/Mustér, from the direction of Lucerne over the Oberalp Pass or from Zurich via Chur. In the village, follow the signs from the village church.
By car
Parking available
Parking at the village church (blue zone).
By car from Lucerne over the Oberalp Pass (closed in winter) or from Zurich via Chur to Disentis/Mustér; the carding works are signposted from the village church.
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes · approx. 60 min |
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| Good to know | The tour lasts about an hour and explains wool processing at the historic carding machine. The business also offers a spinning course as a private lesson for people aged 16 and older. |
