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Magro Food Village (Gozo) (Malta)

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The Magro Food Village in Xewkija, Gozo, is the visitor centre for Magro Brothers, one of Malta's foremost food producers. It has a unique and interactive journey into the heart of Gozitan food production, showcasing how traditional recipes are crafted on a modern scale. The experience typically begins with a short film on the history and culture of Gozo, followed by a guided tour. From viewing galleries, visitors can watch the production of iconic products like the 'Three Hills' brand tomato paste and various dairy items. A key part of the village is the 'Savina Creativity Centre', an artisanal workshop for premium products like chutneys, jams, and liqueurs. The tour concludes with an extensive tasting session, allowing guests to sample the wide array of flavours produced on-site. The adjacent shop provides an opportunity to purchase these authentic Gozitan delicacies to take home.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is May–Jul.

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📋 Practical info

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What is this place?
This food processing village in Gozo provides behind-the-scenes tours of local food production. It plays a key role in promoting the island's culinary heritage and regional products to visitors.
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Visiting
The facility is open to visitors as part of guided tours and tastings. Usually the production areas can be viewed from designated walkways during these tours.
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Where to view it
The best views of the village are from the main entrance and the tasting area. From public roads nearby, you can see the modern architecture of the processing buildings.
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Local products
Visitors can encounter a range of Gozitan food products such as cheeses, oils, and preserves. Seasonal fruits and vegetables are often featured in the tastings depending on the harvest calendar.
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Active season
The village is most active during the harvest season for major crops, typically spring and autumn. Tour and tasting schedules may increase around local food festivals and holidays.
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Nearby
Combine a visit with exploring the historic town of Victoria and the Citadel. The nearby Ta' Pinu Basilica and rural Gozo countryside also make excellent additions.

Geography

Coordinates
36.03800, 14.26000

Facts

  • Dry-stone walls divide the land into small plots.
  • Vines, olives and citrus fruit are classic crops.
  • Irrigation is partly drawn from cisterns.
  • Seasonal markets sell the produce directly.
  • Family farms dominate the agricultural sector.
  • Soil cover is comparatively thin.
  • Traditional crop varieties are deliberately preserved.

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Sights in the town Magro Food Village (Gozo) (10)

Pjazzetta l-Għammiedi

Small square in Xewkija, a meeting place for locals.

Xewkija Rotunda Church

Church with one of the largest domes in Europe, built 1952-1978.

Santa Verna Temple

Megalithic temple on Gozo, one of the oldest in Malta.

Xagħra Stone Circle

Archaeological site with a Bronze Age stone circle.

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Victoria castle viewpoint

Viewpoint overlooking the Victoria Citadel and the island.

Landy

Attraction in Gozo, further details unknown.

Ta' Għejżu Prehistoric Cave

Cave in Gozo with prehistoric finds.

Ġgantija Temples

Neolithic megalithic temple complex on the island of Gozo.

It-Tempji tal-Ġgantija🏛 museum

Museum about the Ġgantija megalithic temples.

Basilica of the Nativity of Our Lady

Church in Xagħra, Gozo, dedicated to the Nativity of Mary.

Sights nearby

Frequently asked questions

What can you do at Magro Food Village?
You can take factory tours, taste local products, and shop in their store.
What is Magro's most famous product?
The traditional Maltese tomato paste under the 'Three Hills' brand.
Where in Gozo is Magro Food Village located?
It is located in Xewkija.
Are there activities for children?
Yes, they often have workshops for children, such as cheese-making.
Are the tours free?
Basic tours are often free; special experiences may have a fee.
Magro Food Village (Gozo): where is it located?
Magro Food Village (Gozo) is located in Malta.
Magro Food Village (Gozo): what is there to see?
Highlights include Pjazzetta l-Għammiedi, Xewkija Rotunda Church, Santa Verna Temple.
Magro Food Village (Gozo): when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is May, Jul.
Magro Food Village (Gozo): why is it worth visiting?
The Magro Food Village in Xewkija, Gozo, is the visitor centre for Magro Brothers, one of Malta's foremost food producers.
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A large beach on Gozo, famous for its unique reddish sand.
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Tal-Mixta Cave (Gozo)
A cave overlooking Ramla Bay, providing a famous photo spot.
Sanap Cliffs (Gozo) — Magro Food Village (Gozo) (Malta)
Sanap Cliffs (Gozo)
Spectacular cliffs on the south coast of Gozo with a coastal walking path.
Għajn Barrani Cliffs (Gozo) — Magro Food Village (Gozo) (Malta)
Għajn Barrani Cliffs (Gozo)
Remote and untouched clay cliffs between Ramla and Marsalforn.
Wied il-Għasri (Gozo) — Magro Food Village (Gozo) (Malta)
Wied il-Għasri (Gozo)
A secluded inlet cut like a fjord between high cliffs.
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Wied il-Mielaħ Window (Gozo)
A natural rock arch on the coast, similar to the collapsed Azure Window.

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