Museo Geologico e delle Frane: Unveiling Civita's Fragile Beauty
Explore Civita di Bagnoregio's geological past at the Museo Geologico e delle Frane, revealing the forces shaping this iconic 'dying city'.
The Museo Geologico e delle Frane (Geological and Landslide Museum) in Civita di Bagnoregio illustrates the geological evolution of the Civita di Bagnoregio territory and the Calanchi Valley. It showcases the instability processes affecting the slopes, monitoring and stabilization works, historical landslides, and Civita's history and struggle for survival.
A brief summary to Museo Geologico e delle Frane
- Piazza S. Donato, Civita di Bagnoregio, Province of Viterbo, 01022, IT
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- Monday 9 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-6 pm
- Thursday 9 am-6 pm
- Friday 9 am-6 pm
- Saturday 9 am-6 pm
- Sunday 9 am-6 pm
Know before you go
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Museo Geologico e delle Frane.
- Check the museum's opening hours in advance, as they may vary seasonally.
- Combine your visit with a walk around Civita di Bagnoregio to fully appreciate the geological context.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the approach to Civita involves a steep walk across a footbridge.
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Getting There
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Walking
From the ticket booth at the entrance to Civita di Bagnoregio, proceed into the town via Porta Santa Maria. Continue straight ahead into Piazza San Donato, where you'll find Palazzo Alemanni and the museum. The walk from the entrance of Civita to the museum is approximately 5 minutes.
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Public Transport
From Orvieto, take a COTRAL bus to Bagnoregio. From the bus stop in Bagnoregio, a minibus can take you closer to the footbridge for €1, or you can walk. After crossing the bridge (€3-5), proceed into Civita and follow the walking directions to the museum.
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Parking
Parking is available in lots near the base of the footbridge leading to Civita di Bagnoregio. Parking costs approximately €1-2 per hour. From the parking area, walk to the base of the bridge, purchase your ticket (€3-5), cross the bridge, and follow the walking directions to the museum.
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