THE PAPER MILL

Leiria paper mill was one of the first in the Iberian Peninsula and was one of the city’s founding industrial institutions.

Its history began in 1411, at a time when the milling industry played a decisive role in the city’s economic development.

Dedicated particularly to grinding cereals (corn, wheat and rye), the mill also produced olive oil and paper, the latter of which had close connections to the first printing press being established in Leiria and the very start of the Jewish influence on the area.

Located on the River Lis’s secluded banks, the mill was remodelled following designs by architect Siza Vieira in 2009. Of particular note are the old wheels within the building itself, as well as the vast outdoor water wheels that serve to exalt the image of a traditional industry from years gone by.

Inside, a skilled miller shows visitors the traditional process used to produce paper and grind cereal, getting them involved in the ancient traditions.

Once the tour is over, visitors can buy the flour ground using the energy produced by the river’s waters.

> Educational Workshops
> Exhibition hall
> Conference and meeting room
> Guided tours by appointment
> Shop
> Car Park

LOCATION
> Rua Fábrica do Papel, n.º 13, 2400-103 Leiria
> GPS: 39º44’25.50”N 8º48’03.80”W.
> How to get there: http://bit.ly/1U3SItl

OPENING TIMES
> April to September
Monday to Friday: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | 2:30 pm – 5 pm
Saturdays, Sundays and holidays:  9:30 am – 6 pm
> October to March
Monday to Friday: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | 2:30 pm – 5 pm
Saturdays: 2 pm – 5:30 pm

TICKET OFFICE PAPER MILL
> Free entrance until December 31, 2023

Tickets Packs (Dona Julinha Municipal Agricultural Museum + Castle + m|i|mo + Paper Mill)
> Pack 2 museums (Castle + 1 museum) – 2,50€
> Pack 3 museums (Castle + 2 museums) – 3€
> Pack 4 museums (Castle + 3 museums) – 4€

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
> Website: www.cm-leiria.pt
> Phone no.: (+351) 244 839 672
> E-mail: moinhodopapel@cm-leiria.pt
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