Casa Museo del Miele
Museum devoted to the world of bees in Lavarone, with an observation hive, a historical section on beekeeping and always guided visits.
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About the museum
The museum opened in 2001 in Lavarone and grew out of the beekeeping passion of the Marigo family. It is now run by Amelio Marigo, son of the founder Bruno. Its motto is “To admire, understand and love the world of bees”.
On the ground floor, the life of bees is presented: anatomy, social organisation and roles within the hive, natural enemies and the relationship between humans and bees, with a glass-walled observation hive housing a living colony. The basement is devoted to the history of beekeeping, with natural honeycombs, rustic and modern hives, honey extractors, presses and traditional tools, plus a video and an interactive area. On the mezzanine there is a specialist library and a creative space for children; outside, a meadow with fixed hives can be observed from a safe distance.
Every visit is accompanied by an expert guide, and the museum also offers tastings and programmes for schools.
Highlights
- Observation hive with a living colony
- History of beekeeping with hives, honey extractors and presses
- Specialist library and creative space for children
- Outdoor meadow with fixed hives
- Visits always accompanied by a guide
Permanent exhibition
- Il mondo delle api – Life, anatomy and social organisation of bees, with an observation hive, a historical section on beekeeping and an interactive area.
- Founded
- 2001
- Operated by
- Famiglia Marigo
- Visitors per year
- approx. 2,500
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €5 |
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| Reduced | €3Children aged 4 to 14 |
| Children & teens | €3free up to age 3 · Ages 4 to 14 |
| Groups | €3 per personSchool groups: per pupil; teachers and accompanying adults free of charge |
Digital tickets can be bought in the museum’s online shop.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 3 |
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- Family tours & workshops
- Hands-on stations
Suitable for all ages, with texts also written for young visitors and a creative space where children draw their impressions.
Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
- Museum shop
Shop with honey, natural products and museum tickets.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes · approx. 60 min |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Every visit includes an expert guide; school visits last about one hour. For groups and information: museo@casamuseodelmiele.it or +39 0464 783 315. |
