Ta'Dbieġi Crafts Village

Gozo


Once a British Army camp, this village offers the chance to buy rugs, glass, pottery, lace and more. There are regular demonstrations by local artisans and lots of sampling of local delights, including cheese, jams and liqueurs. The resident cats are exceedingly easygoing. Catch the bus 312 (14 minutes, hourly) to the Dbiegi stop.


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