Messner Mountain Museum, Ethnographic museum in Bruneck Castle, Italy
Located within a 13th-century fortress, the Messner Mountain Museum Ripa displays artifacts from mountain communities across Asia, Africa, South America, and Europe.
The castle, constructed in 1250 by Prince Bishop Bruno von Kirchberg, underwent significant modifications during subsequent centuries, including fortifications against external threats and architectural enhancements.
The museum exhibits daily objects, traditional clothing, tools, and customs from diverse mountain regions, illustrating how different societies adapt to high-altitude environments.
The museum opens Wednesday through Monday from 10:00 to 18:00, with seasonal schedules running from May to November and December to April.
The collection includes authentic mountain dwellings, interactive displays, and multimedia presentations that demonstrate the relationship between mountain inhabitants and their natural surroundings.
Location: Bruneck
Inception: 2011
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: Vicolo Castello, 2, 39031 Brunico BZ 39031
Opening Hours: May Sunday [2]-November Sunday [1] Wednesday-Monday 10:00-18:00; December 07-April 25 Wednesday-Monday 10:00-18:00; Tuesday off
Phone: +390474410220
Email: info@messner-mountain-museum.it
Website: http://messner-mountain-museum.it
GPS coordinates: 46.79437,11.93953
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:55
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