Thirty years after Gutenberg's printing press with moveable type, this system was brought to Italy, in Soncino, strategic town in Northen Italy between Milan and Bergamo in the 15th century. In the museum you can hear the whole story from the mouth an excellent, proud, storyteller. Recommended.

(Translated by Google) Small museum, but very beautiful and interesting, congratulations to the guides, very prepared and good, they explain well and involve you. A must visit. The ticket price is included in the 5 euro ticket to visit the Rocca (Original) Museo piccolo, ma molto bello ed interessante, complimenti alle guide, molto preparate e brave, spiegano bene e ti coinvolgono. Assolutamente da visitare. Il prezzo del biglietto è compreso nei 5 euro del biglietto per visitare la Rocca

(Translated by Google) Museum of printing not to be underestimated given the historical importance of this place. The entrance is included in the cumulative ticket of the Rocca. There is a guide who at the entrance explains the history and events related to this place and the family of printers. There are machinery, equipment, printed books. At the exit they gave us a very welcome gift. Not really suitable for the disabled as the ground floor is still nice but there are stairs to reach the floor above. I didn't see any lifts (Original) Museo della stampa da non sottovalutare data l'importanza storica di questo posto. L'entrata è compresa nel biglietto cumulativo della Rocca. C'e una guida che all'entrata spiega la storia e gli eventi legati a questo luogo e alla famiglia degli stampatori. Ci sono macchinari, attrezzature,libri stampati. All'uscita ci hanno fatto un regalo graditissimo. Posto non proprio adatto ai disabili dato che il piano terra è comunque bel visita ile ma per raggiungere il piano di sopra ci sono le scale. Non ho visto ascensori

Wonderful experience and the oral presentation was outstanding!

(Translated by Google) Very interesting and beautiful. It can be visited with the Rocca Sforzesca Ticket. At the entrance the whole incredible story is told in the Soncino press: the speakers are really good, they are the added value of the Museum! Super recommended. (Original) Interessantissimo e bello. Possibile visitarlo con il Biglietto della Rocca Sforzesca. All' ingresso viene raccontata tutta l' incredibile storia sulla stampa di Soncino: veramente bravi i Relatori, sono loro il valore aggiunto del Museo! Super consigliato.

(Translated by Google) Pleasant, well-organized museum and above all the explanation of the history of the founding family is very interesting. The use of the press with the printing was the extra touch. Compliments. (Original) Piacevole museo ben organizzato e soprattutto molto interessante la spiegazione della storia della famiglia fondatrice. L'utilizzo del torchio con la stampa è stato il tocco in più. Complimenti.

(Translated by Google) Small but interesting museum that can be visited with the cumulative ticket of the Rocca. The people who welcomed us enthusiastically and comprehensively explained the history behind the museum. (Original) Piccolo ma interessante museo visitabile col biglietto cumulativo della Rocca. Le persone che ci hanno accolto ci hanno spiegato con entusiasmo ed in modo esaustivo la storia che sta dietro al museo.

(Translated by Google) Small but very interesting museum; the guide gave us a detailed historiographical description of the house and the sociopolitical situation of the 1400s, the context in which the printing activity developed. (Original) Museo piccolo ma molto interessante; la guida ci ha fatto una descrizione storiografica minuziosa della casa e della situazione sociopolitica del '400, contesto in cui si è sviluppata l'attività di stampa.

(Translated by Google) Small museum of printing begun in 1400 in Soncino. Very interesting also thanks to the story of the person present at the entrance, very kind and knowledgeable. (Original) Piccolo museo della stampa iniziata nel 1400 a Soncino. Molto interessante anche grazie al racconto della persona presente all'ingresso, gentilissimo e preparato.

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(Translated by Google) Small private museum, but the owner was very kind to open it, just call ahead or write an email, entry is free but an offer is welcome. At the beginning there is a video that explains the creation of silkworms and then in two rooms many objects, posters and tools for their cultivation and production are collected. Small but interesting (Original) Piccolo museo privato, ma il titolare molto gentile ad aprirlo, basta telefonare per tempo o scrivere una e-mail, l'ingresso è gratuito ma è gradita un'offerta. All'inizio c'è un video che spiega la creazione dei bachi da seta e poi in due stanze sono raccolti molti oggetti, manifesti, e attrezzi per la loro coltivazione e produzione. Piccolo ma interessante

(Translated by Google) Small museum located in front of the Rocca di Soncino, which can be visited for free but only during limited hours. Beautiful display and brief explanation to visitors by the private individual who manages it. (Original) Piccolo museo situato di fronte alla Rocca di Soncino, visitabile gratuitamente ma solo in orari limitati. Bella esposizione e breve spiegazione ai visitatori da parte del privato che lo gestisce.

(Translated by Google) Two rooms with period objects that recall an important piece of history. The explanation of the entire process for obtaining silk is very interesting and well taken care of. The manager who is also the collector of what was exposed was able to answer questions and curiosities. Worth the visit. (Original) Due stanze con oggetti d'epoca che ricordano un pezzo di storia importante. Molto interessante e ben curata la spiegazione di tutto il procedimento per ottenere la seta. Il gestore che è anche il collezzionista di quanto esposto ha saputo rispondere a domande e curiosità. Merita la visita.

(Translated by Google) I didn't imagine it being so detailed as a museum, with explanations from both the owner and curator and two videos from the time. There are really many curious things. Very very interesting and well done (Original) Non me lo immaginavo così dettagliato come museo, con le spiegazioni sia del proprietario e curatore sia con due video dell'epoca. Ci sono veramente tante cose curiose. Molto molto interessante e fatto bene

(Translated by Google) Museum with only two rooms but full of information, cocoons, tools, documents and photographs. I discovered a world that I had heard my grandparents talk about. Too beautiful and the curator is an enthusiast in constant search of information and doc. I highly recommend it. I suggest contacting the manager first to check if it is open. (Original) Museo con solo due stanze ma colmo di informazioni, bozzoli, attrezzi, documenti e fotografie. Ho scoperto un mondo di cui avevo sentito parlare i miei nonni. Troppo bello e il curatore è un entusiasta in costante ricerca d'informazioni e doc. Lo consiglio vivamente. Suggerisco di mettersi in contatto prima con il gestore per verificarne l'apertura.

(Translated by Google) Very interesting museum located near the fortress, which can be visited in the presence of the very kind manager with a free contribution. Lasting about a quarter of an hour, with the screening of a small demonstration video on the cultivation and processing of silkworms and an exhibition of objects for the production of silkworms. On the website it was indicated that it was only open for the last 2 Sundays of the month and instead it was also open in the afternoon on the last Saturday of October. Congratulations to the volunteer manager. (Original) Interessantissimo museo posto vicino alla rocca, visitabile alla presenza del gentilissimo gestore con contributo ad offerta libera. Durata circa un quarto d'ora, con proiezione di un piccolo video dimostrativo sulla coltivazione e lavorazione del baco da seta e mostra di oggetti x la produzione dei bachi. Sul sito era segnata l'apertura solo x le 2 ultime domeniche del mese e invece anche l'ultimo sabato di ottobre c'è stata l'apertura pomeridiana. Complimenti al gestore volontario.

(Translated by Google) In Soncino next to the Rocca Sforzesca, in the former spinning mill, there is a real "museum jewel": the Silk Museum. You are welcomed by Enzo Corbani, not a simple collector but a true scholar passionate about the history of silk, with particular attention to its genesis: the companies producing silkworm eggs. Enzo accompanies visitors with competence and passion, also showing some "goodies" such as videos, posters, books and vintage photos, as well as the classic ancient instruments. An experience that I highly recommend having, for the availability of the person (my boyfriend and I came from far away and he welcomed us and even suggested a wonderful place to have lunch) but above all to learn about a part - also - of our history still little known. (Original) A Soncino accanto alla Rocca Sforzesca, nell'ex Filanda, si trova un vero e proprio "gioiello museale": il Museo della Seta. Si viene accolti da Enzo Corbani, non un semplice collezionista ma un vero studioso appassionato della Storia della seta, con particolare attenzione alla sua genesi: le aziende produttrici di uova dei bachi. Enzo accompagna i visitatori con competenza e passione, mostrando anche alcune "chicche" come video, manifesti, libri e foto d'epoca, oltre ai classici antichi strumenti. Un'esperienza che consiglio caldamente di fare, per la disponibilità della persona (io e il mio fidanzato arrivavamo da lontano e ci ha accolto e persino suggerito un posto stupendo dove pranzare) ma soprattutto per imparare a conoscere una parte - anche - della nostra storia ancora poco conosciuta.

Although the inside of this great manor is going through a major restoration (late summer 2023) there are plenty of beautiful photos to shoot. Take your time to walk around the whole perimeter to enjoy the architecture of the massive wall surrounding the Castle. One major flaw is (IMO) the presence of a tennis court right NEXT to this beautiful ancient manor!! Still worth a visit though. Have fun.

Very interesting visit. Gives a small impression of life in 1600 AD. Be careful when walking the steps.

A medieval military castle preserved in its ancient glory. It’s possible to explore the lower chambers, the main tower and walk along the walls. Visit with professional guides can be arranged at the entrance (highly recommended! about 20€) Expect 45min queues to get tickets (cash only, 5€) Closes at about 5pm, perfect for a winter sunset.

One of the many jewels that dot the Po valley. We visited on a Sunday afternoon in August, and it was not crowded at all. The town too deserves a visit.

One of the most beautiful villages in Italy with a splendid medieval Castle where an important Contemporary Art Biennale is held every two years in the summer. It was the birthplace of the famous artist Piero Manzoni

Very nice castle with an archaeological Museum in it. The family ticket for 16,- gives you access to 9 museums and churches in Soncino, a very good price! This is a great city of your want to visit a less touristic part of Italy.

If you like historical places it is really nice place to visit

Very well preserved Sforza castle. Worth a visit. Inside some rooms are open to visit.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful castle and village. The church of S. Maria Assunta is also wonderful (Original) Bellissimo castello e borgo. Stupenda anche la chiesa di S. Maria Assunta

(Translated by Google) Seen only from the outside (Original) Visto solo dall'esterno

(Translated by Google) Beautiful castle, lots of history (Original) Bellissimo castello, tanta storia

(Translated by Google) STUNNING, ABSOLUTELY MUST VISIT! (Original) STUPENDO , DA VISITARE ASSOLUTAMENTE!

(Translated by Google) Beautiful! (Original) Bellissimo!

(Translated by Google) This 16th century church located in a secluded area from the town center has a large parking lot, the small churchyard is accessed by climbing from both sides by a staircase, in the adjacent complex there is a kindergarten and frontally has a farm and fields. The exterior of the church and the façade are corroded by time except for the Madonna with the child placed on the portal ... .. the interior of the church is richly frescoed but this does not weigh down absolutely rather they look up on the vaults or on the side blades. admiring the beauty of the works .... the Madonna with child on the left side left me breathless !! (Original) Questa chiesa del 500 situata in zona defilata dal centro del paese è provvista di ampio parcheggio, al piccolo sagrato vi si accede salendo da entrambi i lati da una scalinata, nel complesso attiguo vi è una scuola dell’infanzia e frontalmente ha un’azienda agricola e campi. L’esterno della chiesa e la facciata sono corrosi dal tempo meno la Madonna con il bambino posta sul portale …..l’interno della chiesetta è riccamente affrescata ma ciò non appesantisce assolutamente anzi alzano lo sguardo sulle volte o sulle pale laterali non puoi non ammirare la bellezza delle opere….la Madonna con bambino sul lato sinistro mi ha lasciato senza fiato !!Bellissima

Impressive old church in this small town.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful church from the 1500s just outside the center of Soncino. Externally it does not look much but as soon as you enter you are amazed by the richness of its decorations. The frescoes and more of the 10 chapels are beautiful. (Original) Bellissima chiesa del 1500 appena fuori dal centro di Soncino. Esternamente non sembra un gran ché ma appena si entra si rimane sbalorditi dalla ricchezza dei suoi decori. Bellissimi gli affreschi e non solo delle 10 cappelle.

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Food is as good as it can get outside Mexico. Ingredients are fresh and also quite uncommon. Get ready for a nice Mexican dinner in a great atmosphere, just make sure you are ready to wait Mexican time (service is quite slow)

Loved the atmosphere and the food was very nice. It's a bit expensive and you don't get big portions

Excellent. Refined atmosphere, good food, professional staff. Would have preferred just a few potatoes or vegetables with the duck and a good dry sweet for lactose intollerant. The cheese cake was however super

Even though I did not succeed in eating here there is a reason for this low rating. I tried to make a reservation. In the last month I sent an email (in Italian) but there was no response or reply. Notwithstanding I sent am old fashioned post card requesting a reservation. This note was written in Italian and contained my email and SMS contact details. Again no response of any kind. Afterwards I again sent an email requesting a reservation or any kind of acknowledgement. Unsurprisingly no reply. Such a failure to engage with a genuine customer is unacceptable. Therefore this merits only 1 star.

The food is amazing. And the service is a must. Cheers to Dario!

The best place to eat in Soncino. Magical atmosphere in front of the castle. High quality dishes, raw material ... Professional staff.

Nice Place, kind staff, High quality food

(Translated by Google) Sunday lunch in Soncino, I had wanted to try Il Molino for a long time and I must say that it did not disappoint, but even exceeded expectations: from the combination of ingredients in the dishes offered, to the very elegant location without being excessive, up to the kindness of the staff. We had a wonderful meal and I will absolutely return in the summer to enjoy the outdoor courtyard. The only note perhaps was the very hasty service: after the first course the service sped up a lot, leaving little time to savor the dish we had just eaten and take a break. (Original) Pranzo della domenica a Soncino, volevo provare Il Molino da molto tempo e devo dire che non ha deluso le aspettative, ma addirittura superate: dall’abbinamento degli ingredienti nei piatti proposti, alla location molto elegante senza risultare eccessiva, fino alla gentilezza del personale. Abbiamo mangiato benissimo e tornerò assolutamente nel periodo estivo per godere del cortile esterno. Unica nota forse il servizio molto sbrigativo: dopo la prima portata il servizio si è accelerato molto lasciando poco tempo per assaporare il piatto appena mangiato e fare una pausa.

(Translated by Google) The restaurant enjoys a remarkable view of the castle, well furnished, working fireplace, pleasant mise en place. The food is well cooked and presented, some flavors are reviewable but overall the chef has an excellent hand. Pleasant desserts, not excessively sugary. Attentive staff. To try (Original) Il locale gode di una notevole vista sul castello, ben arredato, camino funzionante, mise en place piacevole. Il cibo è ben cucinato e presentato, alcuni sapori sono rivedibili ma nel complesso il cuoco ha un'ottima mano. Dolci piacevoli, non eccessivamente zuccherati. Personale attento. Da provare

A wonderful experience. This is really a must visit place. And it has the best sommelier in the world, Gianmario!

Locale rustico sapientemente ristrutturato e arredato come la sala da pranzo e il salotto di una volta, con credenza, angoliera e persino un pianoforte. Nel menu, pochi piatti non banali, cucinati al momento e ben presentati: apprezzabili al palato e in porzioni perfette per gustare tutto senza appesantirsi. Personale attento e gentile. Buonissimo rapporto qualità/prezzo. Assolutamente consigliato.

Incredible food and ambient. The best restaurant than I tried in Italy. i have not tested a lot but this is really good. Midium to high level prices

Very accommodating to one's allergies. The food was fresh and delicious 😋

I ate fantastic vegan ravioli in this restaurant. Perfect.

Good lunch menu, located close to the Rocca

Excellent service and food!

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Good place, good food. A little slow the service even if not full

Very nice pub medieval style. Good food and beer.

was a really Nice place really original with a super crew!

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Food: - all the dishes were good, well made and with very distinguishable flavors. The only note I can make is that pasta wasn’t “Al dente” but a bit overcooked. - presentation: simple, but well made. Service: - good service, nice and kind approach Environment: - location is a former wine cellar of a really nice villa. Really cool ceiling where bricks’ arches are clearly visibile Price: - it was ok-ish considering the location, the food ordered, the fact that was a lunch. Probably some € less would have been more appropriate

The staff are very polite and friendly. The food was great and the seating outside lovely. The inside of the restaurant looked good too!

Very expensive place , not recommend !

Astonishing architecture as well as hearty and delicious dishes.

(Translated by Google) We were really satisfied after going here for dinner. Very kind and attentive staff, attentive to customer requests, a family atmosphere, warm and quiet. Very fast service even though it was a Saturday night. Delicious food starting from the starters up to the desserts. Highly recommended! (Original) Siamo rimasti davvero soddisfatti dopo essere stati qui a cena. Personale gentilissimo e molto premuroso e attento alle richieste della clientela, ambiente familiare, caldo e tranquillo. Servizio molto veloce nonostante fosse un sabato sera. Cibo delizioso a partire dagli antipasti fino ai dolci. Consigliatissimo!

(Translated by Google) Excellent restaurant with quality food and fair prices. I recommend it to anyone who goes to visit Soncino (Original) Ottimo ristorante con cibi di qualità e prezzi giusti. Consiglio a chi va a visitare Soncino

(Translated by Google) I was extremely satisfied with my visit to this restaurant. Every aspect of my experience was exceptional, from the food to the atmosphere. The dishes were incredibly delicious, with a variety of flavors that really stimulated my taste buds. The staff were courteous and attentive, ensuring that every request was met promptly and with a smile. The environment was cozy and well decorated, creating a feeling of comfort while enjoying my meal. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a high quality dining experience and impeccable service. I can't wait to go back to try new dishes and create more great memories! (Original) Sono rimasto estremamente soddisfatto della mia visita a questo ristorante. Ogni aspetto della mia esperienza è stato eccezionale, dal cibo alla atmosfera. I piatti erano incredibilmente deliziosi, con una varietà di sapori che hanno veramente stimolato il mio palato. Il personale era cortese e attento, garantendo che ogni richiesta venisse soddisfatta prontamente e con un sorriso. L'ambiente era accogliente e ben arredato, creando una sensazione di comfort mentre gustavo il mio pasto. Consiglio vivamente questo ristorante a chiunque cerchi un'esperienza culinaria di alta qualità e un servizio impeccabile. Non vedo l'ora di tornarci per sperimentare nuovi piatti e creare altri bei ricordi!