Museo Retico
Archaeological museum in Sanzeno, in the Val di Non, on prehistory and the Rhaetians, housed in a contemporary building opened in 2003.
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About the museum
The Museo Retico opened in 2003 in Sanzeno, in the heart of the Val di Non, and is run by the Autonomous Province of Trento. The building, in a contemporary style with large areas of exposed concrete, is the work of the Trentino architect Sergio Giovanazzi and engages with the interior display.
The exhibition route runs chronologically in a spiral, from the basement to the ground floor, and tells the story of the settlement of the valley from the Stone Age to the early Middle Ages. Ample space is given to the Rhaetians, who inhabited the area from the late 7th century BC to the 1st century BC, with everyday objects, tools, cult items and grave goods, and to the periods of Roman influence.
The visit ends with the theme of the martyrdom of the Anaunian Martyrs and with early medieval burials. The museum stands at the start of the nature walk that leads to the sanctuary of San Romedio.
Highlights
- Archaeological collection from the Palaeolithic to the early Middle Ages
- Extensive section on the culture of the Rhaetians
- Cult objects, tools, statues, inscriptions and grave goods
- Building by Sergio Giovanazzi with a spiral route
- Starting point of the walk to the sanctuary of San Romedio
Permanent exhibition
- Esposizione permanente: dalla preistoria ai Reti e all'alto Medioevo – Chronological route from prehistory to the early Middle Ages, with a large section on the Rhaetians, Roman influence and the Anaunian Martyrs.
- Founded
- 2003
- Operated by
- Provincia autonoma di Trento – Ufficio beni archeologici
- Visitors per year
- approx. 6,127
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €4 |
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| Reduced | €3Young people aged 15 to 26, over-65s, groups of at least 15 paying people, and members of certain partner associations (TCI, APC Gold Card, Carta In Cooperazione) |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 14 · Free admission up to age 14. |
| Seniors | €3Reduced rate for over-65s. |
| Visitors with disabilities | freecompanion free · Free admission for people with disabilities and their companions. |
| Guided tour (supplement) | €3Booking required. |
| Workshop (per participant) | €4In addition to the admission ticket; telephone booking required. |
Free admission also with the Trentino Guest Card and Museum Pass, and for school classes accompanied by their teachers.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 14 |
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- Family tours & workshops
Educational workshops for children and families, charged (€4 per participant), with telephone booking required.
Getting there & parking
The museum is at Via Rezia 87, at the start of the nature walk to the sanctuary of San Romedio.
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Guided tours and workshops by booking at +39 0463 434125; the exhibition texts are in Italian. |
