Archeoparc Velturno
Open-air archaeological park in the centre of Velturno with the remains of a Neolithic necropolis and settlement; free admission all year round.
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About the museum
The Archeoparc Velturno marks the site of an excavation carried out over about twenty years in Via Tanzgasse, in the centre of the village. The research uncovered burial areas and traces of pottery production, showing that communities engaged in farming and livestock rearing were already living here in the 5th millennium BC.
Among the most significant finds are a megalithic complex made of large unworked stones, a standing stone (menhir), bone remains, gold objects and pottery. The finds help reconstruct the burial customs and ritual practices of the Neolithic community in the area.
The area around Velturno, from the Königsanger down to the valley floor, is rich in evidence of an ancient religious culture. In the park a small museum displays objects and finds from the Neolithic period; other material from the same excavations can be seen in the Museo locale di Velturno, housed in the castle about 240 m away.
Highlights
- Neolithic megalithic complex
- Stone stele (menhir)
- Burial areas and remains of pottery production
- Small museum on site with Neolithic finds
Permanent exhibition
- Area archeologica di Via Tanzgasse – Remains of burials, a megalithic complex and Neolithic pottery production, with a small museum on site.
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Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
Free admission.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The South Tyrol museum portal states that access is barrier-free.
Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
By car
Parking available
The park is in the centre of the village, near the parish church; parking is available nearby.
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Plan your visit
| Good to know | The Museo locale di Velturno in the castle (about 240 m away) displays other finds from the same excavations, but has its own seasonal opening hours. |
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