Museo Archeologico dell’Alto Adige

The Museo Archeologico dell'Alto Adige, also known as the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology, is a museum that houses the preserved body of Ötzi the Iceman, a 5,300-year-old natural mummy. The museum offers a unique window into the past, providing insights into the life and culture of the Copper Age. Visitors can see Ötzi's extensive equipment, including a copper axe, a fire lighting kit, and a quiver with arrows. The museum also features models, reconstructions, and multimedia presentations that showcase Ötzi's life and the early history of the southern Alpine region. The body is kept in a climate-controlled chamber, replicating the glacier conditions in which it was found. The museum is a great place for families to learn about history and archaeology, with interactive exhibits and a well-preserved mummy that provides a fascinating glimpse into the past