Frequently asked questions
Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions about visiting the "Fossilia" museum in Mölten.
When is the museum open?
In principle, the museum is open around the clock and every day. It can always be visited on your own. Details of guided tours can be provided on request.
Is there barrier-free access?
Yes, the museum is fully accessible, with ramps for wheelchair users.
How much is the entrance fee?
Visits are generally free of charge.
For guided tours and group tours, the corresponding prices can be found HERE can be viewed.
Can I visit the museum on my own?
Yes, you can take a self-guided/independent tour for FREE. Just stop by.
Is the museum also suitable for families?
Yes, the museum offers interesting content for every age group.
Are there guided tours?
Yes, we offer guided tours with our experts on Tuesday afternoons, Thursdays, and Saturday mornings. The tour lasts approximately one hour without the laboratory and approximately 90 minutes with the laboratory.
Please contact us in advance to secure your participation.
Guided tours are offered in German, Italian and English.
You can also visit the museum independently every day. Feel free to stop by.
How are children helped to understand topics such as paleontology and geology?
Through the museum and the age-appropriate tour by our experts.
Are there parking facilities?
Parking spaces are available directly in front of the museum.
Contact us
We look forward to hearing from you! Whether you are a school, a family, or a scientist, please use our contact form to submit registrations and areas of interest. Our team is available to answer questions and address concerns regarding the "Fossilia" Mölten Fossil Museum. We always strive to provide an unforgettable experience.
Fossilia
Mölten
Meltina
Phone
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Always freely accessible
Weekly guided tours: every Tuesday afternoon,
Thursday and Saturday mornings.
Visite guidate settimanali: martedí pomeriggio, giovedí e sabato mattina.
Please register by 12:00 PM on the day before the tour at the Mölten Tourist Office (Tel. +39 3342790200) or at info@moelten.it
La prenotazione deve avvenire entro le 12.00 del giorno precedente alla visita. Registration presso l'Associazione Turistica di Meltina (tel. +39 3342790200) o all'indirizzo: info@moelten.net.
Details and prices/informazioni dettagliate e prezzi HERE/QUI
info@fossilia-moelten.it
Directions - how to reach us
The fossil museum "Fossilia" is located in the village center of Mölten, right next to the tourist office, the school center and the municipal building.
It can be easily reached by car (via Terlan, Vöran or Jenesien) or by public transport:
- Bus: Line 204 and 157
- Train: Line 200/100
- Cable car: Line 203
Timetables:
www.suedtirolmobil.info/de/meine-fahrt/fahrplaene
www.sad.it/timetables
A public parking lot is located opposite the museum.
In addition, charging stations are available for electric cars and e-bikes.
A particularly worthwhile excursion tip for families is the ride with the cable car from Vilpian to Mölten (4 minutes journey time) and the approx. one-hour hike over the “Köfeleweg” trail.
This offers various stations for playing, climbing and relaxing a great experience for the whole family.
