Museo WinterLine

About the museum

The Museo WinterLine is housed in the 15th-century Palazzo De Utris, in the historic centre of Venafro, near the town hall. It is run by the WinterLine Venafro association and tells the story of the Winter Line, the German defensive system set up in the winter of 1943, also known as the Gustav Line, and of Venafro and its surroundings during the war.

The permanent exhibition opened on 15 March 2008, during the commemoration of the victims of 15 March 1944. It is based on a private collection of Second World War finds, donated to the public and enriched by discoveries made in the area.

Among the exhibits are a rare magazine for a Johnson LMG41 machine gun, a letter from Colonel Robert Frederick to a sergeant's family, identity tags found on Monte Sammucro, a silver ring that belonged to Moroccan soldiers, and letters from mothers to their sons at the front. The association also offers guided walks to the battle sites.

Highlights

• Collection of Second World War finds linked to the Winter Line
• Magazine for a Johnson LMG41 machine gun
• Identity tags from Monte Sammucro
• Letters from the front and from soldiers' families
• Guided tours of the battlefields

Permanent exhibition

• Esposizione permanente sulla Linea Invernale – Second World War finds from the Venafro area, including letters, identity tags and soldiers' belongings.

Founded

2008

Operated by

Associazione WinterLine Venafro

Admission & discounts

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Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible: not available
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

Inside there are steps, changes in level and uneven surfaces; visitors with mobility difficulties are asked to take particular care. Guide dogs are admitted on presentation of disability certification.

Kids & families

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Getting there & parking

From where you leave your car, continue on foot following the “WINTERLINE” signs; the website provides a link for navigation.

Amenities & dining

• Coat check

Backpacks, umbrellas, suitcases and bags larger than 30 × 30 × 15 cm must be left in the free left-luggage facility. An online shop is available on the website.

Events & venue rental

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