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Libreria Acqua Alta in Venice, with its green entrance door and densely stacked books.

Libreria Acqua Alta in Venice

In Castello, Libreria Acqua Alta sets books among gondolas, canoes and small boats, with a staircase of books overlooking a canal. Last entry is at 19:00; weather and high water can affect the outdoor setting.

A bookshop in Castello

Libreria Acqua Alta is at Calle Longa Santa Maria Formosa 5176b, 30122 Venice. Luigi Frizzo opened the bookshop in 2002.1,2,3

Books among boats and canals

Books of many kinds are arranged in gondolas, canoes, small boats and tanks. At the back, books destined for recycling form a staircase overlooking a canal.3

Plan for the visit

Last entry is at 19:00; groups of more than ten must reserve in advance. Rain or high water can close the outdoor book staircase and gondola. Visitors with mobility difficulties can call +39 041 296 0841 to arrange a morning appointment. For other enquiries, email libreriaacquaalta@gmail.com. See the official site for further visitor information.1,2

Plan your visit

Address
Calle Longa Santa Maria Formosa 5176b, 30122 Venezia, Italia

Calle Longa Santa Maria Formosa 5176b, 30122 Venezia, Italia

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