A papermaking press felt comprises a base body, a batt layer, and an
anti-rewetting layer comprising a non-oriented film, all intertwiningly
integrated by needle punching. The anti-rewetting layer has openings with
a three-dimensional structure, with an aperture on the paper web side
larger than the aperture on the roll side. This press felt exhibits an
excellent anti-rewetting effect while maintaining its water removing
capability.