Museo del Piropo
Natural history museum of the Parco del Monviso dedicated to pyrope (piropo), a rare garnet variety whose giant crystals are found in the Martiniana Po deposit.
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About the museum
The museum, run by the Parco del Monviso, is dedicated to pyrope, a rare variety of garnet. The Martiniana Po deposit is recognised by geologists as a geosite of international value: its crystals can reach 25 cm in diameter and 20 kg in weight, with a purity of around 95%.
The route illustrates the geological history of the Valle Po and of the pyrope deposits, and includes short documentaries on the formation of minerals. Educational activities and themed itineraries link the visit to the surrounding area.
Highlights
- Pyrope crystals from the Martiniana Po deposit, up to 25 cm
- Geological history of the Valle Po
- Documentaries on how minerals form
- Themed itineraries and educational activities of the Parco del Monviso
Permanent exhibition
- Il piropo di Martiniana Po – Pyrope crystals, an explanation of the geology of the Valle Po and short documentaries on mineral formation processes.
- Operated by
- Parco del Monviso
- Visitors per year
- approx. 500
Admission & discounts
| Groups | –Group visits by reservation: €25 for groups of up to 25 people (schools or groups from the park's municipalities), €1 per person above 25 people. |
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Guided tours, educational activities and themed itineraries are available; advance booking for groups. |
