Museo Geopaleontologico di Camposilvano
About This Museum
Tucked away in the hills of Lessinia, the Museo Geopaleontologico di Camposilvano feels like listening to the land itself tell its oldest stories. It all started when local enthusiasts began unearthing incredible fossils right here in our own soil, realizing this valley was a prehistoric seabed. You can almost feel the cool, damp air from the nearby Covoli, natural rock shelters used by ancient shepherds that set the scene perfectly. This isn't just a room of old bones; it's a deep dive into the very ground we walk on.
Collection Highlights
The star of the show is undoubtedly 'Il Ponton', a massive, perfectly preserved shark fossil that never fails to astonish visitors. Alongside it, you'll find the bones of a cave bear and a fascinating reconstruction of the Covolo di Camposilvano, showing how our ancestors lived within these landscapes.
Visitor Information
You'll find it on Via Camposilvano—it's a straightforward drive up into the hills from Velo Veronese. The atmosphere is wonderfully informal and personal, often feeling more like a chat with a knowledgeable neighbor than a formal museum tour.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a sturdy, unpretentious stone building that looks like it grew right out of the mountainside, blending seamlessly with the rustic hamlet of Camposilvano.
Contact & Location
Address: Via della Valletta, Camposilvano, Roverè Veronese, Verona, Veneto, 37028, Italia
Phone: +39 045 651 6005
Website: Visit Website
